Thionyl Chloride with Pyridine Stabilizer from Japan
Thionyl chloride stabilized with 0.1% pyridine inhibits decomposition for safer storage and transport in pharma synthesis. Still classified under HTS 2812.17.00.00 as the principal compound is chemically defined thionyl chloride per Chapter notes. The stabilizer is below threshold for reclassification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Disclose stabilizer percentage (<1%) in import docs to retain Chapter 28 status
• Monitor for pyridine odor indicating excess, which could trigger organic classification
• Ensure compatibility with pharma cleanroom standards upon arrival