Valeryl Chloride from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide assay results (>98% purity typical) to support chemically defined status
• Ensure IMCO Class 8 labeling for international transport
• Check for REACH-like compliance if transshipping through EU