Aromatic 100 Solvent

High-aromatic petroleum solvent (100% aromatics like toluene/xylene) for adhesives and inks. Fits 2710.12.90.00 as light oil preparation ≥70% petroleum, meeting distillation test, non-biodiesel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%+25.0%32%
🇲🇽Mexico7%7%
🇨🇦Canada7%7%
🇩🇪Germany7%7%
🇯🇵Japan7%7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2707.20.00Lower: 25% vs 32%

If toluene purity >50% by weight

Subheading note defines toluol products separately.

2902.41.00Higher: 35% vs 32%

If refined as pure benzene/toluene

Individual aromatic chemicals classify in Chapter 29.

3814.00.50Higher: 41% vs 32%

If industrial organic solvent composite

Blends with multiple organics become composites.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Disclose full hydrocarbon analysis to avoid Chapter 27 purity disputes

Monitor REACH-like regs for high-aromatic VOC imports

Document as solvent blend, not pure chemical, for correct heading

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