Norbornane

Norbornane is a bridged cyclic hydrocarbon (C7H12) classified as a cyclane under HTS 2902.19.0050 due to its saturated bicyclic structure with no aromatic characteristics. It serves as a key intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical production.

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.

2711.12.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If derived from petroleum refining processes

Petroleum-derived cyclanes fall under Chapter 27 as liquefied natural gas products rather than separate organic chemicals.

2901.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If containing saturated acyclic components exceeding cyclic content

Acyclic saturated hydrocarbons take precedence under earlier Chapter 29 headings per classification note prioritizing numerical order.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If imported as mixture with >50% non-cyclane solvents

Chemical mixtures not meeting 'separate chemically defined compound' criteria shift to prepared chemical mixtures heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity levels and provide chemical analysis certificates to confirm classification as a separate chemically defined compound under Chapter 29

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) documenting handling as flammable liquid; ensure DOT-compliant packaging for transport

Avoid misclassification as petroleum derivative (Chapter 27) by proving synthetic origin through manufacturing documentation