Isovaleryl Chloride

Isovaleryl chloride is the acid chloride derivative of 3-methylbutanoic acid, a halogenated derivative of saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid under HTS 2915.60.50.00. Used as reactive intermediate in organic synthesis.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.1%+35.0%37.1%
🇲🇽Mexico2.1%+10.0%12.1%
🇨🇦Canada2.1%+10.0%12.1%
🇩🇪Germany2.1%+10.0%12.1%
🇯🇵Japan2.1%+10.0%12.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2903.19Lower: 15.5% vs 37.1%

If classified primarily by acid chloride function

Some simple acid halides might fall under earlier halogenated hydrocarbon headings, but Chapter rule prioritizes acid parent.

2931.90.30.00Higher: 41.5% vs 37.1%

If containing other organo-inorganic elements

Organo-inorganic compounds with non-carbon linked heteroatoms go to later heading 2931.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Extremely reactive; requires UN 2745 Corrosive Class 8 documentation and temperature-controlled shipping

Classified with parent acid per Chapter Note (E) on halides; provide structural confirmation