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%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
• 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