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Nitration Grade Benzene from Mexico

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).

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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