Chloromethane Aerosol Propellant

Methyl chloride functions as a low-pressure aerosol propellant for specialty products like pet care sprays and industrial cleaners. Purified to HTS 2903.11.0010 standards as chemically defined chloromethane. Non-flammable when blended.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2711.13.00Lower: 25% vs 40.5%

If liquefied petroleum gas blend

Propane/isobutane mixtures classify as petroleum gases.

3824Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If complete aerosol formulation

Prepared aerosol mixtures for retail classify in 3824.

3307.41.00.00Lower: 37.4% vs 40.5%

If final air freshener product

Finished consumer aerosols with fragrance classify in Chapter 33.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Comply with CPSC Fast Track Labeling Act for consumer aerosol products

β€’ Test for VOM content per EPA Method 24

β€’ Use DOT 2P containers; higher pressures risk rupture

Related Products under HTS 2903.11.00.10

Chloromethane (Methyl Chloride) 99% Purity

Chloromethane, also known as methyl chloride, is a colorless, flammable gas used primarily as a chemical intermediate in the production of silicone polymers and agricultural chemicals. This 99% purity grade falls under HTS 2903.11.0010 as a saturated chlorinated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons, specifically chloromethane. It is supplied in pressurized cylinders for industrial use.

Methyl Chloride Refrigerant Grade R-40

Methyl chloride R-40 is a historical refrigerant gas, still used in specialty low-temperature applications and as a methylating agent. Classified under HTS 2903.11.0010 as pure chloromethane, a halogenated acyclic hydrocarbon derivative. Supplied in 50 lb cylinders with refrigerant-grade purity.

Chloromethane Anhydrous Industrial Grade

Anhydrous chloromethane is used in the production of methyl cellulose, quaternary ammonium compounds, and as a solvent in organic synthesis. This industrial grade meets HTS 2903.11.0010 specifications as chemically defined chloromethane without water impurities. Typically shipped in ton cylinders.

Methyl Chloride Pharmaceutical Grade USP

USP-grade methyl chloride meets pharmaceutical standards for use in sterile alkylation reactions and as a propellant in metered-dose inhalers. Falls under HTS 2903.11.0010 as chemically pure chloromethane. Supplied in small medical gas cylinders.

Chloromethane Silicone Monomer Precursor

High-purity chloromethane serves as the methylating agent in the direct process for producing dimethyldichlorosilane, the primary silicone monomer. Classified under HTS 2903.11.0010 as it is chemically defined chloromethane used in organosilicon synthesis. Ultra-high purity minimizes side reactions.

Methyl Chloride Agrochemical Intermediate

Chloromethane is reacted with alcohols to produce methyl esters used in herbicide and insecticide synthesis. This agrochem grade meets HTS 2903.11.0010 as pure chloromethane, the saturated chlorinated acyclic hydrocarbon. Supplied in ISO tank containers.