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Industrial Grade o-Xylene 99.5% Purity

Industrial grade o-xylene with 99.5% purity, primarily used as a feedstock for phthalic anhydride production via catalytic oxidation. As a separate chemically defined cyclic hydrocarbon, it qualifies under Chapter 29 and is not excluded by any legal note.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

2902.43.00Same rate: Free

If the product contains other xylene isomers

Mixed xylenes are classified separately from pure o-xylene.

2917.35.00Same rate: Free

If the product is phthalic anhydride itself

Phthalic anhydride, the oxidation product, falls under this heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide a detailed specification sheet showing purity and absence of impurities to confirm classification

β€’ If the product is transported with a stabilizer, ensure it is solely for preservation and does not alter the product's general use

β€’ Keep records of the intended use in phthalic anhydride production for CBSA verification

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