Tributyl Tin Chloride from Germany
Tributyltin chloride (Bu3SnCl) contains tin-carbon bonds defining organo-inorganic classification under heading 2931. Used as biocide intermediate and PVC stabilizer precursor. 2931.90.90 as other, since not specifically enumerated; chapter notes exclude halogenated organics without metal-carbon bonds.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• TSCA Section 5(a)(2) SNUR applies; cannot manufacture without EPA notification
• Marine pollutant—IMDG Code Column 17 'P' designation requires specific shipping papers
• Common reclassification attempt to 2931.00; chloride substituent doesn't change organotin heading