Monochloroacetic Acid Flakes

Monochloroacetic acid (MCA) in flake form serves as a key intermediate for producing carboxymethyl cellulose and herbicides. As a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with one chlorine substituent, it fits HTS 2915.40.5050 for other halogenated derivatives beyond named categories.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2915.40.20.00Lower: 23% vs 38.7%

If in the form of sodium salt (SMCA)

Common sodium monochloroacetate salt has its own subheading within 2915.40.

3808.94.50Lower: 30% vs 38.7%

If specifically prepared as herbicide intermediate with additives

Pesticide formulations or goods containing MCA as active ingredient shift to Chapter 38.

2903.19Lower: 15.5% vs 38.7%

If purity <90% and considered a halogenated alcohol derivative

Lower purity products may be reclassified based on predominant chemical function.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit assay reports showing 98%+ MCA content; impurities affect duty and REACH compliance

Use UN-approved corrosive packaging; declare as UN1751 for DOT/OSHA transport rules

Avoid bulk shipments without anti-caking stabilizers, as clumping leads to quality disputes

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Trichloroacetic Acid 99% Technical Grade

Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is a strong organic acid used in chemical synthesis, wart removal, and protein precipitation. This technical grade product is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with three chlorine atoms, classified under HTS 2915.40.5050 as a halogenated derivative of acetic acid outside specific ester or salt subcategories.

Dichloroacetic Acid Anhydrous

Dichloroacetic acid is utilized in organic synthesis and as a reagent for pharmaceuticals. This anhydrous grade represents a dihalogenated saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivative, properly classified in HTS 2915.40.5050.

Trichloroacetic Acid Pharmaceutical Grade USP

USP-grade trichloroacetic acid meets pharmacopeia standards for medical applications like cryotherapy. As a pure halogenated monocarboxylic acid, it aligns with HTS 2915.40.5050 specifications.

Monochloroacetic Acid 80% Aqueous Solution

80% monochloroacetic acid solution in water serves chemical manufacturing needs while meeting Chapter 29 note (d) for aqueous solutions of defined compounds. Classified under HTS 2915.40.5050 as the base halogenated acid.

Technical Grade Dichloroacetic Acid

Technical grade dichloroacetic acid provides cost-effective reagent for industrial synthesis. Falls under HTS 2915.40.5050 as dihalogenated acyclic saturated monocarboxylic acid.

Trichloroacetic Acid with 0.1% Stabilizer

Stabilized trichloroacetic acid includes minimal anticaking agent per Chapter 29 note (f) for safe transport. Remains classified as principal compound under HTS 2915.40.5050.