Meta-Xylene Heavy Fraction from Japan
Heavy distillate fraction from coal tar rich in meta-xylene (>50% by weight), employed as a solvent in inks and resins. Falls under HTS 2707.30.00 due to xylene purity meeting subheading criteria and aromatic > nonaromatic content. Derived specifically from high temperature coal tar.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Include volatility specs matching subheading definitions; dry mineral-matter-free basis testing if challenged
• Register under TSCA if not on inventory; common pitfall is missing PMN for imported mixtures
• Segregate from petroleum products in storage to maintain coal tar classification evidence