sec-Butyl Chloride

sec-Butyl chloride (2-chlorobutane) is a saturated chlorinated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons, specifically a secondary alkyl chloride with the formula CH3-CHCl-CH2-CH3. It falls under HTS 2903.19.30.00 as it matches the exact subheading for this chemically defined compound. Primarily used as a solvent and intermediate in organic synthesis.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2903.19Same rate: 35%

If containing impurities exceeding chapter note tolerances

Chapter notes limit heading to chemically defined compounds; impure mixtures fall under 'other' saturated chlorinated derivatives.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If when supplied as solution in non-exempt solvent for safety/transport

Chapter note (e) excludes solutions unless solvent use is solely for safety/transport without creating specific use suitability.

2903Same rate: 35%

If fluorinated (e.g., sec-butyl chlorofluoride derivative)

Fluorinated derivatives classified under separate subheading 2903.30 for chlorinated fluorohydrocarbons.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed chemical analysis (NMR, GC-MS) confirming sec-butyl chloride purity and isomer identity to avoid misclassification as n-butyl chloride

Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and UN shipping papers for proper hazmat declaration as Class 3 flammable liquid

Verify container compatibility with chlorinated solvents to prevent degradation during transport