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Coal Tar Benzene 95%

> A benzene product derived from high-temperature coal tar distillation, with a benzene content of 95% by weight, ensuring aromatic constituents exceed non-aromatic ones. This high-purity benzene is commonly used in dye and pharmaceutical synthesis. It falls under tariff item 2707.10.00 as benzol (benzene).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

2902.20.00Same rate: Free

If the benzene is a separate chemically defined compound of high purity

Chapter 27 Note 1(a) excludes separate chemically defined organic compounds, which may fall under heading 29.02.

2707.50.00Same rate: Free

If the product is a mixture with other aromatic hydrocarbons

Mixtures of aromatic hydrocarbons may be classified under this subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• > Provide a certificate of analysis showing benzene content and distillation origin to facilitate customs clearance

• Be aware of potential hazardous goods regulations for shipping benzene

• Ensure the product is not a separate chemically defined compound excluded by Chapter 27 Note 1(a)