Chloral Hydrate (2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-ethanediol) from Japan
Chloral hydrate is the hemiacetal hydrate of chloral (trichloroacetaldehyde), used in pharmaceuticals and as a sedative. It qualifies under HTS 2911.00.50.00 as a halogenated hemiacetal derivative per heading 2911 and chapter note 4.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA and DEA import permits due to List I chemical status
• Provide proof of hemiacetal structure; distinguishes from excluded inorganic derivatives
• Comply with narcotic/hepatotoxic warnings on labeling per import regulations