Isopropyl Trichloroacetate from China
Isopropyl trichloroacetate serves as the isopropyl ester of trichloroacetic acid, a key solvent in paint removers and polymer industry. Its classification under HTS 2915.40.50 reflects its status as an 'other' ester of a specifically named chlorocarboxylic acid.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify branched isopropyl structure via mass spectrometry to prevent confusion with n-propyl ester
• Include vapor pressure data in SDS for proper DOT shipping classification as flammable liquid
• Test for acid value <1.0 mg KOH/g to confirm complete esterification