Dichloromethane Extraction Solvent from Mexico
Laboratory and industrial dichloromethane mixture used for fat extraction from foods and Soxhlet processes in chemical analysis. Classified in HTS 3824.99.5000 as a chlorinated-only hydrocarbon preparation NESOI. Stabilized to prevent degradation during storage and use.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include stabilizer details (e.g
• amylenes) in documentation to avoid pure chemical classification
• Certify food-grade status if for FDA-regulated extractions; test for heavy metal impurities
• Label as UN1161 toxic liquid and provide spill response plans for port handling