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Chloromethane Aerosol Propellant from Japan

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.

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

• Comply with CPSC Fast Track Labeling Act for consumer aerosol products

• Test for VOM content per EPA Method 24

• Use DOT 2P containers; higher pressures risk rupture