Bis(2-chloroethyl)ethylamine Hydrochloride
Bis(2-chloroethyl)ethylamine hydrochloride is the salt form of this acyclic monoamine, featuring nitrogen bonded to two chloroethyl groups and one ethyl group. It falls under HTS 2921.19.6120 as a derivative salt of an acyclic monoamine, chemically defined per Chapter 29 note (a). Used primarily as a chemical intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as a stabilized mixture for dye production
Mixtures of isomers or stabilized forms per Chapter 29 note (f) may shift to heterocyclic compounds if cyclization occurs during processing.
If classified as an organic derivative of another chapter compound
Chapter notes require salts to follow the parent organic compound; if precursor deemed from later heading, reclassifies under 2942.
If for bulk halogenated hydrocarbon use excluding amine function
If amine group not principal function and imported as solvent, falls under halogenated acyclic hydrocarbons per Chapter 29 exclusion rules.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming chemical purity >98% and structure to verify classification under 2921 as acyclic monoamine derivative
• Include end-use statement specifying lab/pharma intermediate use to avoid scrutiny under chemical weapons conventions like CWC Schedule 2
• Ensure proper UN-approved packaging for toxic, corrosive Class 8 substances; common pitfall is inadequate hazard labeling leading to CBP holds
Related Products under HTS 2921.19.61.20
N,N-Bis(2-chloroethyl)ethanamine Free Base
The free base form of bis(2-chloroethyl)ethylamine, a chemically defined acyclic monoamine with formula C6H13Cl2N. Classifies under HTS 2921.19.6120 as 'other' acyclic monoamines and derivatives. Primarily an intermediate for synthesizing nitrogen mustards in medicinal chemistry.
Mustargen Intermediate Bis(2-chloroethyl)ethylamine
Pharmaceutical-grade bis(2-chloroethyl)ethylamine used as key intermediate in producing Mechlorethamine (Mustargen) for cancer chemotherapy. HTS 2921.19.6120 covers this specific acyclic monoamine derivative. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined compounds.
HN1 Nitrogen Mustard Precursor
Laboratory-grade bis(2-chloroethyl)ethylamine, known as HN1 precursor in chemical research. Specifically named under HTS 2921.19.6120 for this acyclic monoamine structure. Exclusively a synthetic intermediate, not for direct biological use.
2,2'-Dichlorodiethyl-N-ethylamine
Synonym for bis(2-chloroethyl)ethylamine, a pure acyclic monoamine derivative listed explicitly in HTS 2921.19.6120. Used in organic synthesis for alkylating agents. Qualifies under Chapter 29 as separate chemically defined organic compound.