Chloral Hydrate (2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-ethanediol) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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