Aluminum Chloride Anhydrous from Mexico
Aluminum chloride (AlCl3) in its anhydrous form is a white to yellowish crystalline solid used primarily as a Lewis acid catalyst in organic synthesis, such as Friedel-Crafts reactions. It falls under HTS 2827.32.00.00 as a chemically defined chloride of aluminum, distinct from its hydrated forms or other metal chlorides.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificates to confirm anhydrous status and avoid misclassification as hydrated forms; ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption during transit; comply with EPA regulations for hazardous material shipping