Methylene Dibromide

Methylene dibromide (CH2Br2), also called dibromomethane, is a dense liquid used as a solvent and density gradient medium. Specifically enumerated in HTS 2903.69.10.00 as a brominated acyclic hydrocarbon derivative. Qualifies under Chapter 29 for pure chemically defined organic halides.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2903Same rate: 35%

If dichloromethane (methylene chloride) analog

Chlorinated equivalents fall in chloromethane subheading 2903.39.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If with added stabilizers >1% or formulated

Exceeds Chapter 29 purity limits for chemically defined compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข High density (2.5 g/mL) requires sturdy glass/PTFE containers; fumigant registration may apply; refractive index testing confirms purity

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Ethyl Bromide

Ethyl bromide (C2H5Br) is a colorless liquid alkyl bromide used primarily as a synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry for alkylation reactions and pharmaceutical production. It falls under HTS 2903.69.10.00 as a brominated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons, specifically an alkyl bromide other than methyl bromide. This classification aligns with Chapter 29 notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

n-Propyl Bromide

n-Propyl bromide (CH3CH2CH2Br), also known as 1-bromopropane, is an alkyl bromide serving as a solvent and intermediate in agrochemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2903.69.10.00 as a brominated acyclic hydrocarbon alkyl bromide, excluding methyl bromide. It meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined halogenated compounds.

Isopropyl Bromide

Isopropyl bromide ((CH3)2CHBr) is a branched alkyl bromide used in organic synthesis for preparing ethers and esters. It is specifically listed under HTS 2903.69.10.00 as an alkyl bromide (other than methyl bromide) that is a brominated derivative of acyclic hydrocarbons. Pure, chemically defined status confirms Chapter 29 applicability.

n-Butyl Bromide

n-Butyl bromide (CH3(CH2)3Br) serves as a reagent in alkylation reactions and pharmaceutical intermediates production. This alkyl bromide is classified in HTS 2903.69.10.00 as a brominated acyclic hydrocarbon, distinct from methyl bromide. It conforms to Chapter 29 requirements for separate halogenated organic compounds.

Allyl Bromide

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.

1-Bromo-2-chloroethane

1-Bromo-2-chloroethane (BrCH2CH2Cl) is a mixed halogenated alkyl bromide used in specialty chemical synthesis. Classified under HTS 2903.69.10.00 per Chapter 29 note 4 allowing compound halogenated derivatives in brominated headings. Meets criteria as acyclic brominated hydrocarbon derivative.