Cycloheptane

Cycloheptane (C7H14) is a seven-membered saturated cycloalkane used as a solvent and reaction medium in chemical manufacturing. It qualifies under HTS 2902.19.0050 as a cyclane, being a non-aromatic cyclic hydrocarbon.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2902.50.00.00Same rate: 35%

If containing cycloterpene structures like limonene derivatives

Cycloterpenes have distinct subheading classification separate from simple cyclanes.

2710.19.11Lower: 25% vs 35%

If for bulk petroleum cycloalkane fractions

Petroleum distillates containing cycloalkanes classified by boiling range in Chapter 27.

3811.90.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 35%

If when supplied with oxidation inhibitors as stabilized solvent

Additives for specific preservation render product classifiable as antioxidant preparation.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide GC-MS analysis confirming >98% cycloheptane purity to avoid reclassification as chemical mixture

Label containers with UN 2241 hazardous material markings; ensure temperature-controlled shipping below 50°C flash point

Maintain certificates of origin distinguishing synthetic cycloheptane from petroleum cycloparaffins