Tetramethylammonium Chloride
Tetramethylammonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt derived from trimethylamine through quaternization with methyl chloride, used as a phase transfer catalyst in organic synthesis. 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.
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 is classified as a quaternary ammonium salt
Tetramethylammonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, which is more specifically covered under heading 29.23.
If the product is used as a chemical preparation
If the product is formulated with other substances for a specific industrial use, it may be classified as a chemical product or preparation.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is pure and free of solvents, as impurities may affect classification
• Have a certificate of analysis to confirm the quaternary ammonium structure
• Verify if the product is subject to controlled substance regulations, as some quaternary ammonium compounds are monitored
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.