Technical Grade m-Xylene Solvent
Technical-grade meta-xylene containing 95-98% meta-xylene by weight, sourced from coal tar oils. Exceeding the 50% meta-xylene threshold and with aromatic constituents predominating, this product is used in adhesive manufacturing and falls under tariff item 2707.30.00.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is mixed with petroleum-derived solvents
Petroleum-based solvent mixtures may be classified as light oils under heading 27.10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the meta-xylene concentration to support classification under subheading 2707.30
• Ensure the product is not blended with petroleum solvents, which could change classification
• Verify compliance with Canadian VOC emission regulations for industrial solvents
Related Products under Tariff item 2707.30.00
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 Xylene Mix (Coal Tar Base)
High-purity xylene mixture distilled from coal tar with more than 60% total xylenes by weight, used in high-performance coatings. The product's aromatic content exceeds non-aromatic content, and it meets the >50% xylene threshold for subheading 2707.30, making it classifiable under tariff item 2707.30.00.
Industrial Grade m-Xylene 99% Purity
Industrial-grade meta-xylene with over 99% concentration by weight, derived from high-temperature coal tar distillation. Containing more than 50% meta-xylene by weight and with aromatic constituents dominating, this product meets the subheading note for xylenes and falls under tariff item 2707.30.00.
Industrial Grade o-Xylene 99% Purity
High-purity ortho-xylene with over 99% concentration by weight, derived from high-temperature coal tar distillation, used primarily as a feedstock in chemical manufacturing. This product contains more than 50% ortho-xylene by weight and meets the aromatic dominance criteria for tariff item 2707.30.00.