Monomethylamine Hydrochloride
Monomethylamine hydrochloride is the salt form of methylamine, a simple acyclic monoamine. It is a chemically defined organic compound used primarily in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. As a salt of methylamine, it falls under tariff item 2921.11.00, consistent with Chapter Note 5(C)(1) which classifies inorganic salts of organic bases with the organic compound.
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 salt is not specifically a methylamine salt but a salt of another acyclic monoamine
Other acyclic monoamine salts are classified under the residual subheading for other acyclic monoamines.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is clearly labeled as monomethylamine hydrochloride on the commercial invoice and packing list
• If the product is for pharmaceutical use, verify compliance with Health Canada regulations
• Provide a certificate of analysis to confirm purity and identity for customs purposes
Related Products under Tariff item 2921.11.00
Betaine Hydrochloride (Trimethylglycine HCl)
Betaine hydrochloride, also known as trimethylglycine hydrochloride, is a crystalline compound used primarily as a gastric acidifier and digestive aid in nutritional supplements. It is classified under this tariff item as a salt of trimethylamine, an acyclic monoamine, with the hydrochloride salt form falling within the scope of heading 29.21.
Carnitine Hydrochloride (from Methylamine)
L-Carnitine hydrochloride is a white crystalline powder synthesized from methylamine intermediates, used as a nutritional supplement to support energy metabolism. It is classified here as a salt of an acyclic monoamine derivative, specifically a trimethylamine derivative, with the hydrochloride salt form falling within heading 29.21.
Choline Chloride (from Trimethylamine)
Choline chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt produced from trimethylamine and ethylene oxide, widely used as a feed additive to promote growth in poultry and livestock. It is classified under this tariff item as a salt of trimethylamine, with the chloride salt form falling within the scope of acyclic monoamine salts.
Dimethylamine Anhydrous
Anhydrous dimethylamine is the pure gaseous form of dimethylamine, a simple acyclic monoamine. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound of heading 29.21, and being anhydrous, it contains no added solvent or stabilizer. It is directly classifiable under tariff item 2921.11.00 as dimethylamine.
Dimethylamine Borane Complex
Dimethylamine borane is a coordination compound of dimethylamine and borane, used as a reducing agent in electroless plating and as a catalyst in various chemical reactions. It is classified under this tariff item as a salt of dimethylamine, with the borane complex considered a salt-like derivative of the acyclic monoamine.
Dimethylamine Hydrochloride
Dimethylamine hydrochloride is the salt of dimethylamine, formed by reacting dimethylamine with hydrochloric acid. As a salt of a simple acyclic monoamine, it is classifiable under heading 29.21, and specifically under tariff item 2921.11.00 as a salt of dimethylamine. It is a chemically defined organic compound used as an intermediate in the production of surfactants, rubber accelerators, and herbicides.