Isobutyryl Chloride

Isobutyryl chloride, derived from isobutyric acid, acts as a key intermediate in polymer and pharmaceutical production. HTS 2915.90.50.10 covers it as a branched-chain saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid chloride. Its classification adheres to chapter rules for halides.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.8%+25.0%28.8%
🇲🇽Mexico3.8%3.8%
🇨🇦Canada3.8%3.8%
🇩🇪Germany3.8%3.8%
🇯🇵Japan3.8%3.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

2915.60Lower: 12.1% vs 28.8%

If saturated acyclic polycarboxylic acid halides

Number of carboxy groups determines mono- vs poly- classification.

3808.94.50Higher: 30% vs 28.8%

If pesticide intermediate with specific use

Goods primarily for pesticide use may classify in Chapter 38.

2924.29Lower: 16.5% vs 28.8%

If containing additional nitrogen functions

Nitro/nitroso groups excluded from nitrogen-function headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm isomer purity to distinguish from straight-chain analogs in statistical reporting

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Monitor for fuming characteristics requiring specialized ventilation in transport

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Acetyl Chloride

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Propionyl Chloride

Propionyl chloride serves as an acylating agent in pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2915.90.50.10 as the acid chloride of propionic acid, fitting the saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivatives. Its high reactivity requires stabilized packaging.

Butyryl Chloride

Butyryl chloride is utilized in ester and amide synthesis for flavor and fragrance production. It qualifies under HTS 2915.90.50.10 as an acid chloride of butyric acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid halide. The tariff covers its pure form with possible stabilizers.

Valeryl Chloride

Valeryl chloride (pentanoyl chloride) finds use in acylations for fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals. It is classified in HTS 2915.90.50.10 as the acid chloride of valeric acid, meeting criteria for saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid halides. Pure forms with anti-dusting agents qualify.

Stearoyl Chloride

Stearoyl chloride serves in producing stearates for lubricants and cosmetics. Under HTS 2915.90.50.10 as acid chloride of stearic acid (C18 saturated acyclic monocarboxylic). Long-chain structure fits chapter scope for pure compounds.

Palmitoyl Chloride

Palmitoyl chloride is employed in biochemical research for lipid conjugation. HTS 2915.90.50.10 classification as C16 saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid chloride. Meets chapter requirements for chemically defined organic compounds.