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High Temperature Coal Tar Benzene

Benzene fraction obtained specifically from high temperature coal tar distillation, with benzene >50% by weight. Used in styrene production and other petrochemical intermediates. HTS 2707.10.00.00 applies due to its origin and aromatic dominance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

2902.20.00.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If refined to reagent grade purity

Pharmaceutical or lab-grade benzene treated as distinct organic chemical in Chapter 29.

2704.00.00Lower: Free vs 25%

If unrefined coke oven gas liquors

Coke oven byproducts before distillation fall under 2704, prior to separation.

3827.90Lower: 13.7% vs 25%

If for mixtures used in fermentation or biotech

Benzene in microbial/fermentation mixtures classified as special preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use ISO 3405 or ASTM D86 test methods if disputes arise over composition

File prior notice via ACE system for hazardous chemicals 24+ hours before arrival