Sodium Trichloroacetate

Sodium trichloroacetate is the sodium salt of trichloroacetic acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with three chlorine substitutions. It falls under HTS 2915.40.50 as 'other' salts of trichloroacetic acid, distinct from specific esters or the pure acid. Commonly used in organic synthesis and as a herbicide intermediate.

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%

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2915.90.50Lower: 28.8% vs 38.7%

If not derived from mono-, di-, or trichloroacetic acid

General saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid salts fall under 2915.90 if lacking specific chlorination pattern.

3808.93.50Higher: 40% vs 38.7%

If formulated as herbicide containing >95% sodium trichloroacetate

Pesticide formulations shift to Chapter 38 regardless of active ingredient classification.

2847.00.00.00Same rate: 38.7%

If containing radioactive isotopes for tracer studies

Radioactive chemical preparations take precedence in Chapter 28 over organic acid derivatives.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming trichloroacetate content and purity to verify classification under 2915.40.50

Ensure SDS includes CAS number 650-51-1 and classifies as organochlorine compound to avoid misclassification as inorganic salt

Declare exact chlorine substitution level; incomplete documentation may lead to reclassification under general organic chemicals

Related Products under HTS 2915.40.50

Methyl Trichloroacetate

Methyl trichloroacetate is the methyl ester of trichloroacetic acid, featuring a saturated acyclic chain with three chlorine atoms on the carboxyl carbon. Classified in HTS 2915.40.50 as an 'other' ester of trichloroacetic acid, used primarily as a solvent and chemical intermediate.

Ethyl Trichloroacetate

Ethyl trichloroacetate, the ethyl ester of trichloroacetic acid, is a halogenated saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivative. It qualifies for HTS 2915.40.50 as an 'other' ester, valued in pharmaceutical synthesis and as a reagent in organic reactions.

Isopropyl Trichloroacetate

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.

Trichloroacetic Acid Anhydride

Trichloroacetic anhydride, (Cl3CCO)2O, represents the anhydride form of trichloroacetic acid, fitting Chapter 29's scope for monocarboxylic acid anhydrides. HTS 2915.40.50 captures this as an 'other' derivative of trichloroacetic acid, used in acetylation reactions.

Ammonium Trichloroacetate

Ammonium trichloroacetate, the ammonium salt of trichloroacetic acid, finds use in biochemical research and protein precipitation. It aligns with HTS 2915.40.50 as an 'other' salt per Chapter Note 5(C)(1) for organic acid salts.

Butyl Trichloroacetate

Butyl trichloroacetate, a C4 ester of trichloroacetic acid, serves as an intermediate in flavor/fragrance synthesis and plasticizers. Its halogenated saturated acyclic monocarboxylic ester structure places it in HTS 2915.40.50 'other' category.