Methylcyclohexane from Japan
Methylcyclohexane (C7H14) is a cycloalkane with a methyl substituent, falling under HTS 2902.19.00 as 'other' cyclanes. Used as a solvent in rubber production and chromatography, it exemplifies alkyl-substituted cyclic hydrocarbons.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming >98% purity to avoid Chapter 27 petroleum classification
• Label as UN 2296 with proper flash point documentation (37°C)
• Check for stabilizer additives; per Chapter 29 note (f), stabilizers don't change classification if for transport