Pentachlorocyclopentane from Germany
Pentachlorocyclopentane serves as a reactive intermediate in fluorochemical and pesticide synthesis, featuring five chlorine atoms on a five-membered cyclopentane ring. HTS 2903.89.70.90 applies as a halogenated cyclanic hydrocarbon per Chapter 29 definitions, excluding sulfonated or aromatic derivatives. The high chlorine content requires specialized safety handling.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Require stability test certificates for transport; declare exact chlorine substitution pattern; monitor for inadvertent classification as pesticide intermediate under Chapter 38