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Triphenylmethyl Chloride (Trityl Chloride) from Canada

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.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada

Import Tips

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

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

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