Trichloroacetic Acid Methyl Ester from Mexico
Methyl trichloroacetate is the methyl ester of trichloroacetic acid, a halogenated saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivative listed under HTS 2915.40.20.00 as an aromatic product per additional U.S. note 3. It serves as a solvent and intermediate in organic synthesis.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include ester confirmation via COA and ensure packaging complies with DOT hazmat rules for esters; declare exact halogen content to avoid reclassification
• Check for stabilizer additions that might shift to note exclusions