2,4-Dichloro-3-methylphenol from Japan
Chlorinated phenolic intermediate for developing magenta couplers in color print films. Provides necessary electron-withdrawing groups for color stability in photographic emulsions. Duty-free when exclusively used in certified photographic chemical production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Melting point and HPLC chromatograms verify identity for customs authentication,Secure bond may be required until manufacturing use is demonstrated,Avoid general phenolic classification by providing specific coupler synthesis pathway