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.

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.

2915.40.10.00Lower: 36.8% vs 38.7%

If imported as a specific sodium or potassium salt

Salts of trichloroacetic acid like sodium trichloroacetate are classified separately in the salts subheading.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 38.7%

If diluted in solvents exceeding transport-only concentrations

Solutions with solvents making them suitable for specific end-uses fall under mixtures of Chapter 38 rather than pure compounds.

3304.99.50.00Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If pre-formulated and packaged for retail skin peel use

Beauty preparations containing TCA as active ingredient for consumer use are classified by function in Chapter 33.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed chemical composition certificates confirming >99% purity and trichloroacetic acid identity to avoid misclassification

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure packaging complies with UN hazmat regulations for corrosive substances

Verify importer has proper EPA registration if destined for pesticide or cosmetic applications to prevent customs holds

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