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

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.

2707.20.00Same rate: 25%

If >50% toluene instead of xylenes

Dominant toluene content from same coal tar process classifies under the specific toluol subheading.

3208.10.00.00Higher: 38.7% vs 25%

If further processed into paint/varnish solvents

Xylenes refined and prepared specifically for paints shift to Chapter 32 as based solvents.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 25%

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