n-Hexane (Petroleum Refined) from Japan
n-Hexane (C6H14) is a straight-chain saturated acyclic hydrocarbon isolated from petroleum naphtha via distillation and molecular sieve purification. It qualifies for HTS 2901.10.40.00 as a petroleum-derived saturated hydrocarbon beyond butanes. Widely used as extraction solvent for oils and in adhesive formulations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit GC-MS analysis confirming >95% n-hexane content and petroleum origin
• Adhere to OSHA permissible exposure limits documentation for worker safety compliance
• Avoid bulk shipments without stabilizer; pure hexane prone to peroxidation