2,4-Dichlorophenol

Chlorinated aromatic used in photographic bleach-fix solutions and as a biocide in processing tanks. Provides antimicrobial protection while participating in silver complexing reactions. Aromatic photographic chemical per HTS 2934.99.20.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%6.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2907.19.80.00Higher: 40.5% vs 6.5%

If general disinfectant use

Halogenated phenols classified as industrial chemicals.

3808.94.10.00Higher: 31.5% vs 6.5%

If pesticide or biocide formulations

Goods of heading 38 take precedence over Chapter 29.

2903.69.90.00Lower: 3.7% vs 6.5%

If chlorinated hydrocarbon

Halogenated hydrocarbons if not phenolic function dominant.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document EPA registration if dual use as disinfectant

Hazardous material declaration required due to chlorine content

Specify concentration levels used in photo processing

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1-Phenyl-3-pyrazolidinone (Phenidone)

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Sodium 4-Methylbenzenesulfinate

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2,4-Diaminophenol Dihydrochloride (Rodinal Developer)

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Triethanolamine Hydroxyhydroquinone

TEHQ serves as a silver halide preservative and stabilizer in photographic emulsions and developers. This aromatic derivative prevents oxidation during film storage and processing. HTS 2934.99.20.00 specifically includes such photographic stabilizers.

p-Aminophenol Hydrochloride

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