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1,1,1-Trichloroethane Cleaning Blend from Japan

Azeotropic blend of 1,1,1-trichloroethane with minor alcohols for precision cleaning of optical lenses and printed circuits. Falls under HTS 3824.99.5000 as chlorinated hydrocarbon mixture without other halogens, NESOI chemical prep. Non-ozone depleting alternative formulation.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Disclose exact blend ratios; pure TCA banned under Montreal, mixtures may qualify

• Certify <0.1% acidity to meet electronics industry specs

• Classify as UN2831 under corrosive liquids if acidic components present