Triphenylmethyl Chloride (Trityl Chloride)

Triphenylmethyl chloride (trityl chloride) is a protecting group reagent for nucleosides and peptides, classified under HTS 2942.00.50.00 as 'other' organic compounds. This triarylmethyl halide is essential in oligonucleotide synthesis.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina3.7%+25.0%28.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany3.7%โ€”3.7%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan3.7%โ€”3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2903.69Lower: 13.7% vs 28.7%

If classified as halogenated diaryl methane derivative

Halogenated alkyl derivatives of hydrocarbons may fall under heading 2903.

2931Lower: 13.7% vs 28.7%

If for organometallic trityl analogs

Compounds with direct metal-carbon bonds classify under heading 2931.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Handle as moisture-sensitive; ship with desiccant and include residual water analysis (<0.1%)

โ€ข Declare as UN 1759 (chlorosilanes, corrosive) analog with proper PPE requirements

โ€ข Provide end-use statement for oligonucleotide manufacturing to avoid ITC scrutiny

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