Methanesulfonic Acid

Methanesulfonic acid (MSA) is a sulfonated derivative of methanol containing sulfonic acid group. Classified in HTS 2905.59.10.00 as sulfonated acyclic monohydric alcohol derivative used as catalyst and solvent. Meets Chapter 29 sulfonated derivatives note.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina5.5%+25.0%30.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico5.5%โ€”5.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada5.5%โ€”5.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany5.5%โ€”5.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan5.5%โ€”5.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2904.10Lower: 14.2% vs 30.5%

If for simpler sulfonated hydrocarbons

Sulfonic acid heading distinguishes by carbon chain complexity

2811.19Lower: 14.2% vs 30.5%

If inorganic acid impurities exceed classification thresholds

Inorganic acid dominance shifts to Chapter 28

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Use UN 3265 corrosive liquid packaging group II specifications

โ€ข Include pH and concentration certificates (typically 99% pure)

โ€ข Document plating bath applications to distinguish from other sulfonic acids

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Chloromethane (Methyl Chloride)

Chloromethane is a halogenated derivative of methanol (monohydric alcohol), featuring a chlorine atom bonded to the carbon chain. It falls under HTS 2905.59.10.00 as a halogenated acyclic alcohol derivative used primarily as a chemical intermediate and refrigerant. This classification aligns with Chapter 29 notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

Bromomethane (Methyl Bromide)

Bromomethane is a brominated derivative of monohydric methanol, used as a fumigant and intermediate. Classified under HTS 2905.59.10.00 per Chapter 29 for halogenated acyclic alcohol derivatives. Meets criteria as a chemically defined organic compound.

2-Chloroethanol

2-Chloroethanol (ethylene chlorohydrin) is a chlorinated derivative of ethanol, a monohydric alcohol, with chlorine substitution on the carbon chain. It qualifies under HTS 2905.59.10.00 as a halogenated acyclic alcohol derivative used in epoxy resin production. Conforms to Chapter 29 definition for sulfonated/nitrated/halogenated derivatives.

2-Bromoethanol

2-Bromoethanol is a brominated derivative of monohydric ethanol, featuring bromine substitution. Falls under HTS 2905.59.10.00 as halogenated acyclic alcohol derivative used in pharmaceutical synthesis. Chemically defined per Chapter 29 requirements.

1-Chloropropan-2-ol

1-Chloropropan-2-ol is a chlorinated derivative of propan-2-ol (isopropanol), a monohydric alcohol. Classified in HTS 2905.59.10.00 as halogenated acyclic alcohol derivative used in epoxypropane manufacturing. Meets Chapter 29 notes for chemically defined compounds.

Nitromethane

Nitromethane is a nitrated derivative of monohydric methanol, containing a nitro group (-NO2). It falls under HTS 2905.59.10.00 as a nitrated acyclic alcohol derivative used as solvent and fuel additive. Qualifies under Chapter 29 notes including nitrated derivatives.