Ethylene Dichloride (1,2-Dichloroethane) from Mexico
Pure ethylene dichloride (ISO), a colorless liquid with the formula ClCH2CH2Cl, classified under HTS 2903.15.00.00 as a saturated chlorinated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons. Primarily used as an intermediate in vinyl chloride monomer production for PVC manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificate (typically 99.5%+ min) as impurities may affect classification or require additional hazardous material declarations
• Ensure DOT/UN 1184 hazardous material shipping papers and proper placarding for Class 3 flammable liquids