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Monochloroacetic Acid Flakes from Canada

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.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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