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Bis(2-chloroethyl)ethylamine Hydrochloride from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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