Chloroethane (Ethyl Chloride) USP Grade from Japan
Chloroethane, or ethyl chloride, is a volatile liquid used as a topical anesthetic and refrigerant in medical applications. Classified under HTS 2903.11.00 as it is specifically named as chloroethane, a saturated chlorinated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons. Supplied in amber glass bottles for pharmaceutical use.
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
• Provide FDA compliance documentation for USP grade pharmaceuticals and ensure proper cold chain if required
• Label as hazardous material (UN1027) with correct DOT/ADR shipping declarations
• Avoid classification issues by confirming no medicinal excipients that could shift to Chapter 30