Solvent-Based Histology Tissue Clearing Reagent

A prepared laboratory reagent used in histology labs to clear tissue samples for microscopic examination, containing methyl chloroform as the primary solvent for dissolving lipids. It falls under HTS 3822.19.0040 due to its diagnostic purpose and specific solvent content. Supplied in kit form with staining controls.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 10%

If sold as bulk industrial solvent without diagnostic labeling

Loses diagnostic reagent status and classified as other chemical preparations.

3006.50.00.00Same rate: 10%

If packaged for retail therapeutic use rather than laboratory

Chemical kits for therapeutic/ prophylactic use fall under Chapter 30 pharmaceutical preparations.

3822.19.00Same rate: 10%

If free of methyl chloroform and carbon tetrachloride

Diagnostic reagents without specified restricted solvents classify under the general 3822.19 subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify solvent composition via GC-MS analysis to confirm methyl chloroform content for proper 3822.19.0040 classification

Include EPA TSCA certification and SDS documentation to comply with chemical import regulations

Avoid misclassification as general solvents (3824); ensure reagent is labeled for diagnostic use

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