Purified p-Xylene for PET Resin Production

Refined p-xylene meeting >50% xylenes threshold from coal tar sources, essential precursor for terephthalic acid in PET bottle and fiber manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2707.30.00.30 as a coal tar distillation product where aromatics exceed non-aromatics. Its high purity supports polymer-grade applications in packaging and textiles.

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.

2707.10.00Same rate: 25%

If containing >50% toluene instead

Predominance of toluene over xylenes shifts classification to 2707.10 within the same coal tar oils heading.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 25%

If blended as prepared chemical additive

Mixtures with additives for specific uses (e.g., PET feedstock blends) may classify as chemical preparations under Chapter 38.

2902.43.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If post-purification beyond coal tar grade

Once chemically separated to near 100% purity, it becomes an organic chemical under Chapter 29, not a distillation product.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide petrochemical specs and distillation origin docs; CBP may test for aromatic/non-aromatic ratio to confirm 2707.30 eligibility

Label containers with UN 1307 hazmat details and flash point data, as p-xylene is flammable