Hexachloroethane from China
Hexachloroethane (C2Cl6), also known as perchloroethane, is the fully chlorinated saturated derivative of ethane. Classified under HTS 2903.19.60 as it represents 'other' saturated chlorinated acyclic hydrocarbons not specifically enumerated. Primarily used in pyrotechnics, smoke compositions, and alloy production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Include end-use statements verifying non-explosive applications to avoid ATF oversight
• Certify compliance with Toxic Substances Control Act and provide CAS 67-72-1 documentation
• Ensure shipments include proper DOT labeling for solid Class 6.1 toxic substances