Monochloroacetic Acid Flakes from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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