Industrial Methyl Chloride for Silicone Production
Bulk chloromethane used in the direct process for manufacturing methylchlorosilanes, the building blocks of silicones. It is a chemically defined saturated chlorinated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons, classified under tariff item 2903.11.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product contains other chlorinated hydrocarbons as impurities
Impurities may cause classification under other saturated chlorinated derivatives.
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Import Tips & Compliance
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Related Products under Tariff item 2903.11.00
Chloroethane 99.8% Stabilized with Ethanol
Chloroethane stabilized with less than 0.5% ethanol for safe transport and preservation. The stabilizer is permitted under Chapter 29 Note 1(f) as it is necessary for preservation or transport and does not render the product suitable for a specific use, so it remains classified as chloroethane.
Chloroethane (Ethyl Chloride) USP Grade
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Chloromethane Anhydrous 99.9% Lab Grade
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Chloromethane (Methyl Chloride) 99.5% Purity
Chloromethane (methyl chloride) at 99.5% purity, used as a chemical intermediate in silicone polymer and methyl cellulose production. It is a chemically defined saturated chlorinated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons, specifically named in tariff item 2903.11.00.
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