1-Phenyl-3-methyl-5-pyrazolone

A pyrazole derivative used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of photographic developers and dyes. This aromatic heterocyclic compound contains an unfused pyrazolone ring structure, qualifying it under HTS 2933.19.30 for photographic chemicals with pyrazole rings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2934.99.15.00Lower: 6.5% vs 41.5%

If used primarily as an azo dye intermediate

Pyrazolone compounds functioning as couplers for azo dyes may classify under heterocyclic compounds with oxygen functions instead.

3204.11.50.00Same rate: 41.5%

If when formulated as synthetic organic coloring matter

Chapter 29 excludes finished coloring matter; fully formulated dyes go to Chapter 32.

3822Lower: 10% vs 41.5%

If imported as laboratory diagnostic reagent mixtures

Mixtures containing this compound for lab use classify as diagnostic reagents rather than pure chemicals.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming pyrazole ring structure and aromatic modification for proper Chapter 29 classification

Include end-use documentation specifying photographic chemical applications to avoid reclassification under dye headings

Ensure compliance with TSCA pre-manufacture notification if used beyond photographic applications