Symmetrical Tetrachloroethane (1,1,2,2-Isomer) from China
Symmetrical 1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethane is the specifically named isomer under HTS 2903.19.10.00, a saturated chlorinated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons used in chemical manufacturing and as a dry cleaning solvent intermediate.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify molecular structure via NMR to confirm symmetrical isomer vs asymmetrical
• Prepare for DOT hazardous material shipping papers (UN 1702, PG II)
• Maintain records proving not reformulated for retail consumer use