Bromochloromethane from Japan
Bromochloromethane (CH2BrCl) is a halogenated derivative of methane containing both bromine and chlorine atoms, classifying it under HTS 2903.79.10.00 as a halogenated acyclic hydrocarbon with two or more different halogens. It is primarily used as a solvent and in organic synthesis.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificate (typically >98%) as impurities may affect classification under chapter 29 notes
• Include SDS and end-use declaration to comply with TSCA import requirements for chemical substances
• Avoid misclassification as refrigerant blends; single-compound status must be documented