Industrial Grade Benzene
High-purity benzene derived from the distillation of high temperature coal tar, containing more than 50 percent by weight benzene as per subheading 2707.10 notes. Used primarily as a solvent and chemical intermediate in manufacturing. Falls under HTS 2707.10.00.00 due to its aromatic composition exceeding nonaromatic constituents.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If derived from petroleum refining rather than coal tar
Petroleum-based light oils with >50% benzene are classified under 2710.12, not coal tar products.
If further purified to 99.9%+ benzene for specific chemical use
Higher purity, chemically-defined benzene moves to Chapter 29 as a separate chemical compound.
If blended with other chemicals as a preparation or mixture
Chemical preparations not meeting >50% pure benzene threshold fall under mixtures in 3824.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify benzene purity exceeds 50% by weight via lab analysis to confirm classification under 2707.10
• Obtain proper hazardous material documentation (e.g
• MSDS) and comply with DOT/UN shipping regulations for flammable liquids
• Avoid misclassification as petroleum-derived benzene, which falls under Chapter 27 heading 2710
Related Products under HTS 2707.10.00.00
Coal Tar Benzene 95%
Benzene product from high temperature coal tar distillation with 95% benzene content by weight, exceeding nonaromatic components. Commonly used in dye and pharmaceutical synthesis. Classified in 2707.10.00.00 per HTS notes for coal tar oils rich in aromatics.
Benzol Solvent Grade
Benzol (benzene) from coal tar rectification containing over 50% benzene, used as an industrial solvent for resins and adhesives. Meets HTS 2707.10 criteria as a high-temperature coal tar distillate where aromatics predominate.
Aromatic Benzene Fraction
Distillate fraction from coal tar where aromatic constituents (primarily benzene >50%) exceed nonaromatics, as specified in HTS heading 2707. Essential raw material for synthetic rubber production.
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.