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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 4% | +35.0% | 39% |
| π²π½Mexico | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| π©πͺGermany | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| π―π΅Japan | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as mixture with other isomers
Halogenated/non-halogenated ketone mixtures classify by principal component.
If classified primarily by halogenation over ketone
If halogen function deemed principal characteristic, falls in halogenated hydrocarbons.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Confirm diaryl ketone structure via CAS registry verification (CAS 134-85-0)
β’ Generally non-hazardous but verify flash point for transport regulations
β’ Avoid bulk packaging without anti-caking agents if hygroscopic
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.
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.
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.
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.