Nitration Grade Benzene

High-purity benzene (>99.99%) specifically for nitrobenzene production via nitration process. Aromatic cyclic hydrocarbon essential for explosives, dyes, and pharmaceuticals. HTS 2902.20.00.00 as pure chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 note (a).

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.

2902.30.00.00Same rate: 35%

If contains toluene impurities

Benzene-toluene mixtures classified by last numerical heading (2902.30) per Chapter 29 classification rule.

2710.12.15Lower: 25% vs 35%

If light oil fraction containing benzene

Benzene in petroleum distillates remains in Chapter 27 as refined petroleum oils.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Require manufacturer's certificate of analysis showing thiophene <1 ppm for nitration grade specs

EPA TSCA inventory registration required; include PMN status if new chemical use

Stabilizer content must be documented; excessive additives may shift to 3824 mixtures

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