m-Xylene for Paint Thinners
Refined m-xylene from high-temperature coal tar, >95% purity, packaged for use in alkyd paint formulations. Classified in 2707.30.00.10 for containing more than 50% m-xylene per legal notes. Acts as a fast-evaporating solvent in industrial coatings.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pre-mixed as paint or varnish thinner
Prepared organic solvents for specific uses like paints fall under Chapter 38.
If mixture of isomers not predominantly m-xylene
Other coal tar xylenes or mixtures go to the general xylenes subheading.
If for bulk industrial use as pure aromatic
Halogenated or purified aromatics for chemical synthesis may classify in Chapter 29.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure IBC totes meet UN-approved specifications for PGII flammable liquids
• Document distillation origin as coal tar to avoid petroleum oil misclassification
• Monitor VOC content declarations for EPA compliance on import
Related Products under HTS 2707.30.00.10
Industrial Grade m-Xylene 99% Purity
High-purity m-xylene (meta-xylene) with over 99% concentration by weight, derived from high-temperature coal tar distillation. Classified under HTS 2707.30.00.10 because it contains more than 50% m-xylene by weight, meeting the subheading note for xylenes. Primarily used as a solvent in paints, coatings, and chemical synthesis.
Technical Grade m-Xylene Solvent
Technical-grade m-xylene containing 95-98% m-xylene by weight, sourced from coal tar oils. Falls under 2707.30.00.10 due to exceeding 50% m-xylene threshold as per subheading definitions. Used in adhesive manufacturing and as a diluent in resins.
Pharmaceutical Grade m-Xylene
Ultra-pure m-xylene at 99.5%+ purity from coal tar distillation, suitable for fine chemical intermediates. Meets HTS 2707.30.00.10 criteria with >50% m-xylene content. Employed in synthesis of pharmaceutical precursors and high-end perfumes.
High-Purity m-Xylene Lab Reagent
ACS-grade m-xylene (>99%) distilled from coal tar for laboratory and analytical use. Qualifies under HTS 2707.30.00.10 due to dominant m-xylene composition. Used in chromatography standards and organic synthesis experiments.