Carbon Tetrachloride from Mexico
Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) is a saturated chlorinated derivative of the acyclic hydrocarbon methane, with all four hydrogen atoms replaced by chlorine. It falls under HTS 2903.19.60 as a halogenated derivative of hydrocarbons that is neither chloroform nor specified dichloromethane derivatives. This colorless, non-flammable liquid was historically used as a solvent and in fire extinguishers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
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 purity certificates and CAS number (56-23-5) documentation to verify classification under Chapter 29
• Comply with EPA import regulations and TSCA pre-notice requirements due to toxicity restrictions
• Ensure proper UN packaging (Class 6.1 poison) and avoid common misclassification as Chapter 28 inorganic compounds