1-Bromo-2-chloroethane
1-Bromo-2-chloroethane is a mixed halogenated alkyl bromide with the formula BrCH2CH2Cl. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound and a compound halogenated derivative of ethane. Per Chapter 29 Note 4, compound derivatives are included in the brominated heading, so it falls under this tariff item.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is considered a chlorinated derivative rather than brominated
Other halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons may be classified under a different subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide the chemical structure and purity data to confirm classification as a brominated derivative
• Ensure the HS code 2903.69.00 is correctly declared
• Verify if the product is subject to export or import controls as a chemical precursor
Related Products under Tariff item 2903.69.00
1,3-Dibromopropane
1,3-Dibromopropane is a symmetrical alkyl dibromide with the formula BrCH2CH2CH2Br. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound used as a linker in pharmaceutical and polymer chemistry. It falls under this tariff item as a brominated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon.
1,4-Dibromobutane
1,4-Dibromobutane is a dibromoalkane with the formula Br(CH2)4Br, used to synthesize crown ethers and polymers. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound and a brominated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon. It is classified under this tariff item as 'Other' brominated acyclic hydrocarbons.
1-Bromo-3-chloropropane
1-Bromo-3-chloropropane is a mixed haloalkane with the formula BrCH2CH2CH2Cl, used in bifunctional synthesis. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound and a compound halogenated derivative of propane. Following Chapter 29 Note 4, it is classified as a brominated derivative under this tariff item.
2-Bromoethanol
2-Bromoethanol is a brominated alcohol with the formula BrCH2CH2OH, used as a bifunctional reagent in organic synthesis. Despite the presence of an oxygen function, it is classified as a brominated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon. It falls under this tariff item as a separate chemically defined organic compound.
2-Bromopropene
2-Bromopropene is an unsaturated alkyl bromide with the formula CH3CBr=CH2, used in specialty monomer synthesis. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound and a brominated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon. It falls under this tariff item as 'Other' brominated acyclic hydrocarbons.
Acetylene Tetrabromide
Acetylene tetrabromide, also known as 1,1,2,2-tetrabromoethane, has the formula CHBr2-CHBr2. It is a heavy liquid used for mineral density separation in geological analysis. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound and a brominated derivative of an acyclic hydrocarbon, falling under this tariff item.