2,4-Dichlorobenzophenone from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical analysis (NMR, GC-MS) confirming aromatic structure and halogenation to avoid reclassification
• Ensure SDS and purity certificates; impurities may trigger review under chapter note (a)
• Verify not excluded under chapter note (g) if containing colorants beyond identification purposes