4-Nitro phthalimide from Mexico
4-Nitro phthalimide contains a nitro group ortho to the imide functionality on the benzene ring. Despite nitration, classifies under HTS 2925.19.91.00 as imide derivative per chapter note 4 (nitro groups not nitrogen-functions for 2929).
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Yellow powder, oxidizing properties; UN 1479 compatible packaging required
• Nitro compounds trigger additional ATF review; provide safety data
• Purity >97% required; technical grade risks 2917 reclassification