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4-Phenylphenol from Germany

4-Phenylphenol is an aromatic heterocyclic compound used as a key photographic chemical in the development of silver halide films and papers. It functions as a developing agent or auxiliary in photographic processing solutions due to its aromatic structure and chemical reactivity. Classified under HTS 2934.99.20.00 as an aromatic photographic chemical.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Provide detailed chemical composition certificates and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to verify classification as photographic chemical

Ensure proper hazardous material labeling and UN certification for transport compliance

Avoid misclassification as general disinfectants by documenting specific photographic end-use