Toluene-2,6-Diisocyanate (Pure Isomer)
Pure toluene-2,6-diisocyanate is a specific isomer of TDI used in specialty polyurethane elastomers and coatings. As a separate chemically defined organic compound with isocyanate groups, it is classified under tariff item 2929.10.00 for isocyanates.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is not a separate chemically defined compound or contains additives beyond stabilizers
Other compounds with nitrogen functions may apply if the product does not meet the specific definition of isocyanates.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a Certificate of Analysis confirming the purity of the 2,6-isomer to support classification as a pure compound
• Ensure the product is properly labeled as a hazardous chemical for transport
• Verify with CBSA if any special permits are required for importing this isomer
Related Products under Tariff item 2929.10.00
80/20 Toluene Diisocyanate Blend
The 80/20 toluene diisocyanate blend is a standard industrial mixture of 2,4- and 2,6-isomers used in adhesives and sealants. As an isomer mixture of the same organic compound, it is classified under tariff item 2929.10.00 for isocyanates.
Bitolylene Diisocyanate (TODI)
Bitolylene diisocyanate (TODI), also known as 3,3'-bitolylene-4,4'-diisocyanate, is an aromatic diisocyanate with two isocyanate groups on a bitolyl structure. As a separate chemically defined organic compound with isocyanate groups, it is classified under tariff item 2929.10.00 for isocyanates.
Cosmonate T-80 (Mitsui Chemicals TDI)
Cosmonate T-80 is a high-purity (>99.5%) 80/20 mixture of 2,4- and 2,6-toluenediisocyanate isomers, produced by Mitsui Chemicals. As a separate chemically defined organic compound with isocyanate functional groups, it falls under tariff item 2929.10.00 for isocyanates in the Customs Tariff of Canada.
Desmodur T80 (BASF TDI 80/20)
Desmodur T80 is BASF's commercial grade 80% 2,4-TDI and 20% 2,6-TDI mixture, a key raw material for flexible polyurethane foam. As a mixture of isomers of the same organic compound, it is classified under tariff item 2929.10.00 for isocyanates, per Chapter 29 note 1(b).
Desmodur T80 Polyurethane Precursor
Desmodur T80 Polyurethane Precursor is a standardized 80% 2,4-TDI and 20% 2,6-TDI mixture stabilized for safe transport. As an isomer mixture with added stabilizer permitted under Chapter 29 note 1(f), it is classified under tariff item 2929.10.00 for isocyanates.
o-Tolyl Isocyanate
o-Tolyl isocyanate, also known as o-isocyanic acid, o-tolyl ester, is a monoisocyanate with the formula C6H4(CH3)NCO. As a separate chemically defined organic compound with an isocyanate group, it is classified under tariff item 2929.10.00 for isocyanates.