2,4-Dichlorobenzophenone

2,4-Dichlorobenzophenone features dual chlorine substitutions on the diaryl ketone scaffold, classified as halogenated ketone derivative under HTS 2914.79.90.00. Key intermediate for agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4%+35.0%39%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4%+10.0%14%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4%+10.0%14%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany4%+10.0%14%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan4%+10.0%14%

Alternative Classifications

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

2903.79Lower: 13.7% vs 39%

If predominantly di-chlorobenzene derivative

Multiple halogenations may prioritize hydrocarbon classification.

2933.39.61Lower: 6.5% vs 39%

If heterocyclic pesticide intermediate

Specific pesticide precursors have dedicated provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Multi-halogen substitution confirmed via HPLC purity certificate

β€’ Low toxicity but verify workplace exposure limits for customs

β€’ Distinguish from pesticide finished products (Chapter 38)

Related Products under HTS 2914.79.90.00

4-Nitroacetophenone

4-Nitroacetophenone is a nitrated derivative of acetophenone, featuring a nitro group (-NO2) attached to the benzene ring along with a ketone functionality. It falls under HTS 2914.79.90.00 as a nitrated ketone with other oxygen function, not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the heading. This pale yellow crystalline compound is primarily used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and dye synthesis.

2-Bromo-1-phenylethanone (Phenacyl Bromide)

Phenacyl bromide is a halogenated ketone featuring a bromine atom alpha to the carbonyl group in a phenylacetophenone structure. Classified under HTS 2914.79.90.00 as a halogenated ketone derivative not specifically provided for elsewhere. Used in organic synthesis for preparing heterocycles and pharmaceuticals.

4-Chlorobenzophenone

4-Chlorobenzophenone is a diaryl ketone with chlorine substitution on one phenyl ring, qualifying as halogenated ketone under HTS 2914.79.90.00. Used in production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and UV stabilizers. The halogen substitution distinguishes it from unsubstituted benzophenone.

Ξ±-Chloroacetone

Ξ±-Chloroacetone is a simple aliphatic ketone with chlorine substitution on the alpha carbon, falling under halogenated ketone derivatives of HTS 2914.79.90.00. Highly reactive lachrymator used in chemical synthesis and historically as a tear gas component.

4-Nitrobenzophenone

Para-nitrobenzophenone contains nitro substitution para to the diaryl ketone linkage, qualifying under HTS 2914.79.90.00 as nitrated ketone. Widely used in photoinitiator manufacture, pharmaceuticals, and organic electronics.

Nitroacetone

Nitroacetone (1-nitropropan-2-one) combines nitro and ketone functionalities on a propane backbone, qualifying as nitrated ketone under HTS 2914.79.90.00. Used in organic synthesis despite instability concerns.