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4-Nitroimidazole Intermediate

Imidazole with nitro group at position 4, but primarily classified as imidazole under HTS 2933.29.60.00 per chapter notes on derivatives. Key for metronidazole antibiotic synthesis.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+137.5%137.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+110.0%110%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+110.0%110%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+25.0%25%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+27.5%27.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2921.42.21Lower: 44% vs 137.5%

If classified primarily by nitro function over ring

Nitro derivatives may fall under amine/nitro headings if not strictly heterocyclic per notes.

2933.59Lower: 19% vs 137.5%

If fused or part of triazole system

More complex azoles classify later in 2933 subheadings.

2942.00Lower: 16.2% vs 137.5%

If as sugar derivative like nucleoside

Sugar-attached imidazoles (e.g., in vitamins) go to heading 2942.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Declare nitro content but emphasize heterocyclic principal function; provide REACH/SDS for nitro compound hazards; bulk import only to stay in Chapter 29