Trichloroethylene Metal Degreaser
Industrial-grade trichloroethylene formulation for degreasing machinery and electronic components before assembly. Classified under HTS 3824.99.5000 for its chlorinated hydrocarbon base without additional halogenation, as a preparation of the chemical industries. It provides effective removal of oils and greases in vapor degreasing systems.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If supplied as pure trichloroethylene without additives
Undiluted, single chlorinated compounds fall under Chapter 29 acyclic hydrocarbons, not mixtures.
If explicitly sold as organic composite solvent for surface work
Preparations for treating surfaces with organic solvents may shift to heading 3814 if primarily for painting or cleaning.
If for mixtures with short-chain chlorinated paraffins over 48% chlorination
Specific high-chlorine paraffin mixtures are restricted to other 3824.99 subheadings per chapter notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm absence of stabilizers like amines that might alter classification; test for other halogens
• Register under TSCA and provide import certificates; avoid NESHAP violations for degreasing operations
• Use DOT-approved packaging for Class 3 flammable liquid if stabilized, with full SDS documentation
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Perchloroethylene Dry Cleaning Solvent
Perchloroethylene (tetrachloroethylene), a chlorinated hydrocarbon solvent used primarily for dry cleaning textiles and degreasing metal parts. It falls under HTS 3824.99.5000 as a mixture of chlorinated hydrocarbons that are not further halogenated, classified among chemical preparations not elsewhere specified. This non-flammable solvent evaporates cleanly without residue.
Methylene Chloride Paint Stripper
A ready-to-use methylene chloride-based formulation for stripping paint, varnish, and coatings from wood and metal surfaces. It qualifies for HTS 3824.99.5000 as a chlorinated hydrocarbon mixture lacking other halogens, within chemical preparations NESOI. The product includes thickeners for controlled application in restoration work.
Chlorinated Hydrocarbon Vapor Degreasing Fluid
Specialized blend of chlorinated solvents like trichloroethylene and perchloroethylene for vapor phase metal cleaning in aerospace manufacturing. Falls under HTS 3824.99.5000 for non-additionally-halogenated chlorinated mixtures as chemical industry preparations. Optimized for high-purity, low-residue degreasing.
Dichloromethane Extraction Solvent
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.
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.
Carbon Tetrachloride Fire Suppressant Blend
Mixture containing carbon tetrachloride for specialized fire suppression in non-occupied electrical vaults and archival storage. Fits HTS 3824.99.5000 as chlorinated hydrocarbon not otherwise halogenated, chemical preparation NESOI. Phasedown formulation per Montreal Protocol.