Methylchloroform Stabilized with Nitromethane

Stabilized 1,1,1-trichloroethane with nitromethane additive prevents decomposition during storage and transport, used in metal degreasing. It qualifies for HTS 2903.19.60.10 per Chapter 29 note (f) as the stabilizer is necessary for preservation without rendering it for specific use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina5.5%+35.0%40.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2904.20Lower: 15.5% vs 40.5%

If classified by its alcohol-derived structure

Derivative consideration might shift to oxygen-function compounds if alcoholate characteristics dominate, though rare for this compound.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If stabilizer renders it suitable for specific cleaning application

Chapter 29 note (g) excludes products where additives make them particularly suitable for specific use, moving to chemical preparations.

2710.19.11Lower: 25% vs 40.5%

If imported in solution with hydrocarbon solvents exceeding Chapter 29 limits

Petroleum-derived solvent mixtures fall under Chapter 27 if not qualifying as Chapter 29 transport solutions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Document stabilizer concentration (<1% nitromethane typical) to prove it meets Chapter 29 note (f) for necessary preservation additives

โ€ข Include flash point and stability test data in shipments due to flammability risks of stabilized formulations