1,3-Dichlorobutane from Japan
1,3-Dichlorobutane positions chlorine atoms on carbons 1 and 3 of the butane chain, qualifying under the dichlorobutanes category in HTS 2903.19.05.00. This saturated chlorinated acyclic hydrocarbon serves as an intermediate for fine chemical synthesis. Classification follows Chapter 29 rules for halogenated derivatives.
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
• Document production process to confirm acyclic saturated nature excluding Chapter 27 hydrocarbons
• Include flash point and vapor pressure data for proper hazmat shipping classification
• Beware of sulfonated impurities which could shift classification per Chapter notes