HS Code for Methyl chloride

Methyl chloride, or chloromethane, is classified under HS code 2903.11. This code is part of heading 2903, which covers halogenated derivatives of hydrocarbons. Specifically, 2903.11 is designated for saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons, and it explicitly includes both chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride). The classification is based on the chemical structure: a methane molecule where one hydrogen atom is replaced by a chlorine atom. As a saturated acyclic hydrocarbon derivative, it fits the criteria for the 2903.1x series. Methyl chloride is a colorless, flammable gas with a faintly sweet odor, primarily used in the production of silicone polymers, as a methylating agent in organic synthesis, and formerly as a refrigerant. The HS system groups it with ethyl chloride because of their similar chemical properties and industrial applications as primary chlorinated alkanes.

Products Included

• Chloromethane
• Methyl chloride gas
• Liquefied methyl chloride
• Refrigerant grade methyl chloride (pure)
• Methyl chloride for chemical intermediates

Common Misclassification

Methyl chloride is frequently confused with HS code 2903.12, which is the code for dichloromethane (methylene chloride). While the names are similar, dichloromethane has two chlorine atoms, whereas methyl chloride has only one. Another common misclassification is 3824.71, which covers mixtures containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). Pure methyl chloride is a single chemical compound and must stay in 2903.11, whereas refrigerant blends containing it would move to Chapter 38.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Methyl chloride?

The HS code for methyl chloride (chloromethane) is 2903.11.

Is methyl chloride the same as methylene chloride in the HS system?

No, methyl chloride is 2903.11, while methylene chloride (dichloromethane) is 2903.12. They are distinct chemical entities with different levels of chlorination.