Perchloroethylene Extraction Solvent from Mexico
Pharmaceutical-grade tetrachloroethylene used as an extraction solvent in chemical labs and oil recovery, classified under HTS 2903.23.00.00 for its unsaturated chlorinated acyclic structure. Adheres to chapter definitions for chemically pure organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include analytical purity COA; comply with OSHA PEL limits
• Pitfall: overlooking FIFRA if misrepresented for pesticide use