Ethyl Chloride for Pesticide Intermediate from Japan
Technical grade chloroethane used in synthesis of chlorinated hydrocarbon pesticides and herbicides. Falls under HTS 2903.11.00 as chemically defined ethyl chloride for industrial chemical manufacturing. Railcar quantities for bulk processing.
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
• Register as pesticide intermediate with EPA and provide TSCA inventory status
• Ensure railcar certifications for refrigerated transport maintaining liquid state
• Monitor for List I chemical status under DEA regulations