sec-Butyl Chloride from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• 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