Phthalic Anhydride Feedstock o-Xylene
Phthalic Anhydride Feedstock o-Xylene is a specialty grade of ortho-xylene optimized for oxidation to phthalic anhydride, sourced from high-temperature coal tar distillation. With over 95% o-isomer purity and more than 50% xylenes by weight, it qualifies under tariff item 2707.30.00 as xylol (xylenes) where aromatic constituents exceed non-aromatic ones.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the o-xylene is derived from petroleum rather than coal tar
Petroleum-derived xylenes fall under light oils of heading 27.10, not coal tar distillation products.
If the product is a separate chemically defined organic compound
Chapter 27 Note 1 excludes separate chemically defined organic compounds, which are classified in Chapter 29.
If sold as a prepared solvent or thinner for paints
Prepared solvents containing xylene may be classified as organic composite solvents under heading 38.14.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product's o-xylene content exceeds 50% by weight and that aromatic constituents dominate, as per Chapter 27 Note 3
• Provide a certificate of analysis with the commercial invoice to support classification
• Verify whether the goods require a permit under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act for import
Related Products under Tariff item 2707.30.00
Coal Tar Xylene Solvent
Coal Tar Xylene Solvent is a xylene-rich solvent from coal tar distillation with over 50% xylenes, used in printing inks and rubber processing. It is categorized under tariff item 2707.30.00 as xylol (xylenes) because aromatic constituents exceed non-aromatic constituents, meeting Chapter 27 requirements.
Commercial Coal Tar Xylol
Commercial Coal Tar Xylol is a commercial-grade xylol (xylenes) from coal tar distillation with over 50% purity, used in degreasing and cleaning compounds. It falls under tariff item 2707.30.00 as xylol (xylenes) because the aromatic profile exceeds non-aromatics per subheading note 3.
Commercial Xylene Solvent (Coal Tar)
Commercial-grade xylene solvent blend derived from high-temperature coal tar distillation, containing more than 50% total xylenes by weight. Used primarily as a thinner in paints and varnishes, its aromatic constituents exceed non-aromatic constituents, meeting the criteria of tariff item 2707.30.00.
High-Purity m-Xylene Lab Reagent
ACS-grade meta-xylene with purity exceeding 99%, distilled from coal tar for laboratory and analytical use. Despite high purity, it is not a separate chemically defined compound as it contains residual isomers, and it meets the >50% xylene threshold, classifying it under tariff item 2707.30.00.
High-Purity o-Xylene for Resin Production
Ultra-high purity ortho-xylene at 99.5% from coal tar, tailored for polyester and alkyd resin synthesis via phthalic anhydride route. Containing more than 50% ortho-xylene by weight and with aromatic constituents dominating, this product qualifies for tariff item 2707.30.00.
High-Purity p-Xylene Solvent Blend
High-Purity p-Xylene Solvent Blend is a p-xylene dominant mixture from coal tar distillation, containing more than 50% xylenes by weight, used in pharmaceutical extraction solvents. It qualifies under tariff item 2707.30.00 as xylol (xylenes) because aromatic constituents exceed non-aromatic constituents per Chapter 27.