2906.29.30.00 - 1,1-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)- 2,2,2-trichloro-ethanol (Dicofol); andp-Nitrobenzyl alcohol 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 15.4¢/kg + 40% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 2906.29.30.00, specifically covers two distinct chemical compounds: 1,1-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)-2,2,2-trichloro-ethanol, commonly known as Dicofol, and p-Nitrobenzyl alcohol. Dicofol is a chlorinated organic pesticide historically used for agricultural pest control, while p-Nitrobenzyl alcohol is an aromatic alcohol characterized by a nitro group and a benzyl alcohol structure, often utilized as a chemical intermediate. Both are halogenated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives of aromatic cyclic alcohols.
At this level, the primary distinction lies between specific named compounds and "other" categories. While 2906.29.30.00 enumerates precise chemical substances, its sibling category, 2906.29.60.00, acts as a residual category for other aromatic cyclic alcohols and their derivatives that do not fit into more specific subheadings under 2906.29. The key differentiator is the explicit identification of Dicofol and p-Nitrobenzyl alcohol within the former, requiring specific verification of these substances for correct classification.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification under 2906.29.30.00 is determined by the definitive presence and identity of either Dicofol or p-Nitrobenzyl alcohol, based on their chemical properties and nomenclature. Customs officers will rely on product documentation, chemical analysis, and established trade knowledge to confirm the correct classification of these specific compounds.