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Corey-Kim Reagent Intermediate (N-Chlorosuccinimide) from China

N-Chlorosuccinimide (NCS) is a chlorinating and oxidizing agent used in the Corey-Kim reaction, classified under HTS 2942.00.50.00. This N-haloimide features a succinimide ring with active chlorine.

Duty Rate — China → United States

41.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Available chlorine content (≥98%) certification required on CoA

Light-sensitive; amber packaging with <1% decomposition after 12 months data

Distinguish from swimming pool chemicals through purity and end-use declaration