Para-Xylene Rich Coal Tar Fraction from Canada
A coal tar distillate fraction enriched in para-xylene (>50% by weight), used in the production of purified terephthalic acid for polyester fibers. Classified under HTS 2707.30.00 because it meets the xylene content threshold from high temperature coal tar. The aromatic constituents exceed nonaromatic ones.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit distillation reports confirming >50% xylenes and coal tar source to avoid disputes with petroleum classifications
• Comply with TSCA import requirements; pre-notify EPA for new chemical substances if impurities present
• Use stainless steel containers to prevent contamination; check for common pitfalls like incorrect flash point declarations