Coal Tar Xylene Solvent
Xylene-rich solvent from coal tar distillation with over 50% xylenes, categorized under HTS 2707.30.00.40 'Other'. Used in printing inks and rubber processing due to its solvency properties. Meets Chapter 27 requirements as aromatic-heavy product from high-temperature tar.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If >50% toluene instead of xylenes
Dominant toluene content from same coal tar process classifies under the specific toluol subheading.
If further processed into paint/varnish solvents
Xylenes refined and prepared specifically for paints shift to Chapter 32 as based solvents.
If for mixtures of 25-70% xylene in chemical preparations
Blends not qualifying as >50% pure under 2707 become chemical preparations in Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure documentation specifies 'high temperature coal tar' origin to distinguish from petroleum solvents under different subheadings
• Comply with EPA import notifications for volatile organic compounds (VOCs); include safety data sheets (SDS)
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion—declare as 'other' xylenes, not light oils (2710.12) which require 90% distillation at 210°C test
Related Products under HTS 2707.30.00.40
Industrial Grade Xylene Mixture
A high-purity xylene product derived from high-temperature coal tar distillation, containing more than 50% xylenes by weight, classified under HTS 2707.30.00.40 as 'Other' xylenes. It is used primarily as a solvent in paints, coatings, and chemical manufacturing processes. The aromatic content exceeds non-aromatic constituents, fitting Chapter 27 criteria.
Commercial Coal Tar Xylol
Commercial xylol (xylenes) from coal tar distillation, >50% purity under HTS 2707.30.00.40. Used in degreasing and cleaning compounds. Aromatic profile exceeds non-aromatics as per subheading note.
Mixed Xylene Isomers from Coal Tar
Mixture of ortho, meta, and para-xylenes from coal tar, exceeding 50% xylenes total, under HTS 2707.30.00.40 'Other'. Primarily for chemical synthesis and extraction processes. Aromatic constituents dominate per chapter definition.
High-Temperature Tar Xylene Fraction
Distillation fraction from high-temperature coal tar with >50% xylenes, HTS 2707.30.00.40 'Other'. Applied in adhesive formulations and as a diluent. Qualifies due to aromatic excess over non-aromatics.