4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid from Mexico
A chemically defined aromatic monocarboxylic acid with nitro and chloro substituents, classified under HTS 2916.39.12.00 due to its specific structure matching the heading for 4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid and its esters. It is used primarily as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming structure and purity >98%; include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for hazardous material handling
• Declare exact CAS number (96-98-0) to avoid reclassification; watch for stabilizer additions that could shift to other subheadings