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.

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.

2903.21.00.00Lower: 15.5% vs 41.5%

If supplied as pure trichloroethylene without additives

Undiluted, single chlorinated compounds fall under Chapter 29 acyclic hydrocarbons, not mixtures.

3814.00.50Lower: 41% vs 41.5%

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.

3824.99Same rate: 41.5%

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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