Diethylenetriamine (DETA) Impurity-Free TETA
High-purity triethylenetetramine (TETA) manufactured to minimize diethylenetriamine impurities is classified under tariff item 2921.29.00 as an acyclic polyamine. It is critical for high-performance epoxy systems in aerospace composites.
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
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing the impurity profile to demonstrate it is a single chemically defined compound
• Ensure the product is not a mixture of different polyamines, which could affect classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2921.29.00
1,2-Propylenediamine
1,2-Propylenediamine is a vicinal diamine with two primary amine groups on a three-carbon chain. As an acyclic polyamine not specifically named in other headings, it is classified under this tariff item for other acyclic polyamines.
1,3-Diaminopropane
1,3-Diaminopropane is a linear acyclic diamine with two primary amine groups separated by three methylene units. It is used in curing agents and cross-linking applications and falls under this tariff item as an other acyclic polyamine.
1,6-Diaminohexane Dihydrochloride
1,6-Diaminohexane dihydrochloride is the hydrochloride salt of 1,6-diaminohexane, an acyclic diamine. Per Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(1), inorganic salts of organic compounds are classified with the parent organic compound, placing this salt under this tariff item.
Bis(hexamethylene)triamine
Bis(hexamethylene)triamine is a long-chain acyclic triamine with three amine groups connected by hexamethylene bridges. It is used in high-performance polyamides and falls under this tariff item as an other acyclic polyamine.
Cadaverine Hydrochloride
Cadaverine hydrochloride, the salt of 1,5-diaminopentane, is an acyclic polyamine derivative classified under tariff item 2921.29.00 per Chapter 29 salt classification rules. It is used in biochemical research and as a chemical intermediate.
DETA Flake Form Stabilized
Stabilized diethylenetriamine in flake form with an anti-oxidant additive remains classified under tariff item 2921.29.00 as the stabilizer is necessary for preservation per Chapter 29, Note 1(f). It is used in epoxy resin curing systems.