Chloroform Pharmaceutical Intermediate

Purified chloroform blend serving as reaction solvent and intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis of antibiotics and vitamins. HTS 3824.99.5000 applies to this solely chlorinated hydrocarbon preparation from chemical industries. Ethanol-stabilized for safety and stability.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2903.13.00.00Lower: 40.5% vs 41.5%

If imported as reagent-grade pure chloroform

Pharmaceutical single compounds without blends are under Chapter 29 saturated chlorinated hydrocarbons.

3824.99Same rate: 41.5%

If mixed with other halogenated pesticides

Presence of listed substances like aldrin triggers subheading 3824.81-3824.89.

2933.99.79.00Lower: 6.5% vs 41.5%

If chemically modified for heteroaromatic use

Processed into pharmaceutical intermediates with rings shifts to Chapter 29 heterocyclics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide GMP certificates and declare non-narcotic status to bypass DEA scheduling

Confirm ethanol stabilizer content under 0.5% to maintain mixture status

Ship as UN1888 toxic inhalation hazard with respiratory protection advisories

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