Chloromethane (Methyl Chloride) 99.5% 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 methyl cellulose. This product falls under HTS 2903.11.00 as a saturated chlorinated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons, specifically chloromethane. It is supplied in pressurized cylinders for industrial use.
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If containing more than 5% impurities or stabilizers
Mixtures of halogenated hydrocarbons with additives fall under prepared chemical mixtures rather than pure compounds.
If other saturated chlorinated acyclic hydrocarbons like dichloromethane
Different specific chlorinated hydrocarbons have separate subheadings within the same saturated derivatives category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure DOT-compliant shipping containers and provide Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for hazardous material classification
• Verify purity certificates to confirm classification under 2903.11.00 rather than mixtures
• Obtain proper EPA registration if used in pesticide manufacturing to avoid reclassification
Related Products under HTS 2903.11.00
Chloroethane (Ethyl Chloride) USP Grade
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.
Methyl Chloride Refrigerant Grade R-40
Methyl chloride designated as refrigerant R-40, used in low-temperature industrial refrigeration systems. Falls under HTS 2903.11.00 as pure chloromethane, a halogenated acyclic hydrocarbon derivative. Packaged in high-pressure steel cylinders.
Ethyl Chloride Aerosol Spray 100ml
Pressurized aerosol containing pure ethyl chloride for cryotherapy and local anesthesia in sports medicine. Classified under HTS 2903.11.00 as the active ingredient is specifically chloroethane without medicinal additives. Dispensed through metered valve system.
Chloromethane Anhydrous 99.9% Lab Grade
High-purity anhydrous chloromethane for laboratory synthesis of organic compounds and as a methylating agent. HTS 2903.11.00 classification applies to this chemically defined saturated chlorinated acyclic hydrocarbon. Supplied in lecture bottles for research institutions.
Industrial Methyl Chloride for Silicone Production
Bulk chloromethane used in the direct process for manufacturing methylchlorosilanes, the building blocks of silicones. Specifically classified under HTS 2903.11.00 as pure chloromethane meeting chapter requirements for chemically defined compounds. Transported in ISO tank containers.
Ethyl Chloride Topical Anesthetic Liquid
Pure liquid chloroethane packaged for use as a vapocoolant spray in physical therapy clinics. HTS 2903.11.00 applies as chemically defined chloroethane without therapeutic formulation additives. Bottled in 200ml safety-coated glass containers.