Xylene Mother Liquor from Coal Tar from Germany
Mother liquor residue from coal tar xylene purification, containing >50% residual xylenes, recycled in chemical synthesis. HTS 2707.30.00 applies due to xylene content threshold and coal tar origin with aromatics predominant. Used in phthalates production.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Document recycling loop and composition to CBP for binding ruling if borderline purity
• Handle as hazardous waste if contaminated; ensure RCRA exemption for fuels/products
• Test for BTEX levels; high benzene may trigger additional reporting under EPCRA