Trichloroacetic Acid from Canada

Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is a chlorinated derivative of acetic acid used in chemical peeling and protein precipitation. It falls under HTS 2915.40.3000 as an aromatic halogenated saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, specifically a trichloroacetic acid derivative classified as 'other aromatic' in the tariff schedule.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

15.5%

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

Verify purity certificate (technical grade vs pharmaceutical) to confirm classification under 2915.40.3000; cosmetic grade may require additional documentation

Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) showing chemical structure confirming trichloroacetic acid derivative status and aromatic classification

Avoid misclassification as general organic chemicals (2915.90); specify 'aromatic other' in commercial invoice to prevent delays