2-Chloroethanol from China

2-Chloroethanol is a halogenated derivative of ethanol, featuring a chlorine atom attached to the carbon chain of an acyclic alcohol. It falls under HTS 2905.59.90.00 as a halogenated acyclic alcohol derivative, distinct from simpler monohalogenated compounds like chlorohydrins specified elsewhere in the subheading. Commonly used as a chemical intermediate in pharmaceutical and pesticide manufacturing.

Duty Rate — China → United States

137.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.6094.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

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Import Tips

• Provide detailed chemical purity certificates and CAS number (107-07-3) documentation to verify classification under Chapter 29

• Ensure proper Hazard Class 6.1 labeling and UN 1184 shipping papers for toxic liquid compliance

• Avoid misclassification as pesticide intermediates under Chapter 38 by confirming it's not formulated for direct agricultural use