Pentachlorocyclopentane from Japan
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 — 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
• Require stability test certificates for transport; declare exact chlorine substitution pattern; monitor for inadvertent classification as pesticide intermediate under Chapter 38