Industrial Methyl Chloride for Silicone Production from Japan
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.
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 letters of credit specifying industrial end-use to prevent diversion to consumer applications
• Ensure tank certifications for corrosive gases and include residual gas management plans
• Monitor stabilizer content to maintain pure compound status under chapter notes