2-Bromoethanol from Canada
2-Bromoethanol (BrCH2CH2OH) functions as both alkyl bromide and alcohol in organic synthesis. Despite oxygen function, classified in HTS 2903.69.10.00 as principal brominated acyclic hydrocarbon characteristic per Chapter 29 classification notes. Halogen function takes precedence over alcohol.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Hydrolyzes readily - acidic stabilizers required; declare dual hazard (corrosive/flammable); NMR confirms structure integrity