1-Phenyl-3-pyrazolidinone (Phenidone) from Germany
Phenidone is a pyrazolone derivative serving as a superadditive developing agent in black-and-white photographic developers. This aromatic heterocyclic compound accelerates silver halide reduction while minimizing fog formation. HTS 2934.99.20.00 covers it specifically as a 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
• Include technical data sheets proving use in photographic developer formulations
• Comply with REACH/ TSCA registration for chemical import notifications
• Prevent reclassification as pharmaceutical intermediate by specifying photo-chemical application