Allyl Bromide from Japan
Allyl bromide (CH2=CHCH2Br) is an unsaturated alkyl bromide used in polymer chemistry and pharmaceutical synthesis. It qualifies for HTS 2903.69.10.00 as a brominated acyclic hydrocarbon alkyl bromide. The chemically defined nature fits Chapter 29 heading specifications for halogenated derivatives.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Stabilize with propylene oxide (<0.1%) and declare on MSDS; inhibitor levels affect shelf life during ocean transit; monitor for polymerization in hot climates