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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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