Chlormethine Hydrochloride

Chlormethine hydrochloride is the salt form of bis(2-chloroethyl)methylamine, a chemically defined acyclic monoamine derivative classified under HTS 2921.19.61.30. It is primarily used in pharmaceutical research for its alkylating properties. The classification follows Chapter 29 note (C)(1), placing inorganic salts with the parent organic compound.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+25.0%31.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3002.90Lower: 10% vs 31.5%

If formulated as immunological product or vaccine adjuvant

Chapter 29 excludes immunological products of heading 3002; finished pharma preparations shift to Chapter 30 based on therapeutic use.

2933.99.79.00Lower: 6.5% vs 31.5%

If containing heterocyclic rings from synthesis impurities

Presence of heteroatoms in rings (excluded from 2932-2934 for acyclic amines) would classify under heterocyclic compounds in 2933.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 31.5%

If imported as mixture with solvents/stabilizers for transport

Solutions in solvents for safety/transport (Chapter 29 note e) stay in 2921, but complex mixtures may fall under prepared chemical mixtures in 3824.

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Import Tips & Compliance

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