Pentachloroethane

Pentachloroethane (C2HCl5) is a highly chlorinated saturated derivative of ethane. It qualifies under HTS 2903.19.60.50 as an 'other' saturated chlorinated acyclic hydrocarbon. Used in production of other chlorocarbons.

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.

2903.19Same rate: 40.5%

If fluorinated variant like HCFC

Fluorochlorinated derivatives classified later in 2903.19.

3814.00.50Higher: 41% vs 40.5%

If imported as organic composite solvent

Organic composite solvents have specific heading 3814.

2901.10.50.00Lower: 35% vs 40.5%

If saturated acyclic hydrocarbon without sufficient halogenation

Base hydrocarbons lacking significant halogenation stay in 2901.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include GHS classification and hazard statements

โ€ข Verify import license for ozone-depleting substances

โ€ข Use steel drums certified for corrosive liquids

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1,1,2-Trichloroethane

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1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane

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Hexachlorobutadiene

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1,2,3-Trichloropropane

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2,2,3-Trichlorobutane

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