2903.91.10.00 - Chlorobenzene

This classification covers chlorobenzene, a specific halogenated derivative of aromatic hydrocarbons. Chlorobenzene (C6H5Cl) is characterized by a single chlorine atom substituted onto a benzene ring. It is primarily used as a solvent, an intermediate in the production of other chemicals like phenol and aniline, and in the manufacturing of pesticides and dyes. Its distinct chemical structure and single chlorine substitution differentiate it from other compounds within this heading.

This category is distinguished from its siblings, 2903.91.20.00 (o-dichlorobenzene) and 2903.91.30.00 (p-dichlorobenzene), by the number of chlorine atoms attached to the benzene ring. While chlorobenzene possesses only one chlorine atom, o-dichlorobenzene and p-dichlorobenzene, as their names imply, each contain two chlorine atoms, with their relative positions on the aromatic ring dictating their specific classification.

As this node is a leaf node within the HTS classification, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the primary focus for classification under 2903.91.10.00 is to confirm the presence of a single chlorine atom attached to a benzene ring. Any variations in isomerism or the presence of multiple chlorine atoms would necessitate classification under a different HTS code.