Methylchloroform (1,1,1-Trichloroethane) Technical Grade
Methylchloroform (1,1,1-trichloroethane) is a colorless liquid solvent used primarily as a degreaser and cleaning agent in industrial applications. As a saturated chlorinated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon, it falls under tariff item 2903.19.00. This product is subject to Canada's ozone-depleting substances regulations.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that your methylchloroform import complies with Canada's Ozone-depleting Substances Regulations, as 1,1,1-trichloroethane is controlled
• You may need an import permit from Environment and Climate Change Canada before the CBSA will release the goods
• Ensure your commercial invoice clearly describes the product as 1,1,1-trichloroethane with its purity and any stabilizers
Related Products under Tariff item 2903.19.00
1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane
>- 1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane (CH2ClCCl3) is a saturated chlorinated derivative of ethane with four chlorine substituents. It is a chemically defined compound used as a chemical intermediate and solvent, classified under tariff item 2903.19.00 as an "other" saturated chlorinated acyclic hydrocarbon.
1,1,1,3-Tetrachloropropane
1,1,1,3-Tetrachloropropane is a saturated chlorinated propane with a specific substitution pattern, used in specialty chemical synthesis. As a saturated chlorinated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon, it falls under tariff item 2903.19.00. This product is a separate chemically defined organic compound under Chapter 29 Note 1(a).
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
>- 1,1,1-Trichloroethane (CH3CCl3), also known as methylchloroform, is a saturated chlorinated derivative of ethane with three chlorine atoms on one carbon. It is a chemically defined compound used as a solvent and chemical intermediate, classified under tariff item 2903.19.00 as an "other" saturated chlorinated acyclic hydrocarbon.
1,1,1-Trichloroethane for Vapor Degreasing
>- 1,1,1-Trichloroethane for Vapor Degreasing is a purified methylchloroform designed for vapor degreasing systems in aerospace parts cleaning. It is a chemically defined saturated chlorinated acyclic hydrocarbon, classified under tariff item 2903.19.00.
1,1,1-Trichloroethane High Purity Solvent
>- 1,1,1-Trichloroethane High Purity Solvent is a high-purity methylchloroform used as a stabilized chlorinated hydrocarbon solvent in precision cleaning for electronics manufacturing. It is a chemically defined saturated chlorinated acyclic hydrocarbon, classified under tariff item 2903.19.00.
1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane (R-130)
1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane is a colorless liquid saturated chlorinated derivative of acyclic ethane, with four chlorine atoms. It serves as a solvent and chemical intermediate, and is a separate chemically defined compound under Chapter 29.