2,4-Dichlorobenzophenone

2,4-Dichlorobenzophenone is an aromatic ketone featuring two chlorine atoms on one benzene ring, classifying it as a halogenated derivative under HTS 2914.79.40.00. It serves as a key intermediate in synthesizing pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals like herbicides.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.5%+7.5%13%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.5%β€”5.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.5%β€”5.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5.5%β€”5.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5.5%β€”5.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2914Same rate: 13%

If not halogenated/sulfonated/nitrated/nitrosated

Parent aromatic ketones without reactive group modifications fall under the non-derivatized subheading.

2933.39.61Lower: 6.5% vs 13%

If primarily used as pharmaceutical intermediate

Certain heterocyclic derivatives or hormone precursors may shift to Chapter 29 subchapter for specific uses.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 13%

If imported as mixture with solvents exceeding transport tolerances

Solutions beyond safety/transport exceptions per chapter note (e) classify as chemical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide detailed chemical analysis (NMR, GC-MS) confirming aromatic structure and halogenation to avoid reclassification

β€’ Ensure SDS and purity certificates; impurities may trigger review under chapter note (a)

β€’ Verify not excluded under chapter note (g) if containing colorants beyond identification purposes