o-Xylene (Ortho-Xylene)
o-Xylene is a colorless, flammable liquid aromatic hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C6H4(CH3)2, classified under HTS 2902.41.00.00 as a cyclic hydrocarbon specifically within the xylenes subheading. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound used primarily as an industrial solvent and chemical intermediate.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If crude form with purity below 95%
Crude xylenes fall under Chapter 27 as aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures from petroleum refining.
If mixed with other solvents or additives
Mixtures of hydrocarbons not purely chemically defined are classified as chemical preparations in heading 3824.
If purchased as a stabilized mixture with inhibitors
Stabilized cyclic hydrocarbons with added preservatives fall under the other cyclic hydrocarbons subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming 99%+ purity to avoid reclassification as a mixture
• Ensure proper UN-approved packaging for flammable liquids (Class 3) with accurate SDS documentation
• Verify compliance with TSCA registration for chemical imports into the US
Related Products under HTS 2902.41.00.00
Industrial Grade o-Xylene 99.5% Purity
High-purity o-xylene (99.5%) suitable for phthalic anhydride production via catalytic oxidation, classified under HTS 2902.41.00.00 as it meets the definition of a separate chemically defined cyclic hydrocarbon. This grade excludes mixtures or impure petroleum fractions.
Phthalic Anhydride Feedstock o-Xylene
o-Xylene specifically refined for oxidation to phthalic anhydride in plasticizer manufacturing, falling under HTS 2902.41.00.00 as a pure cyclic hydrocarbon per Chapter 29 note (a). Purity specifications ensure classification separate from crude petroleum products.
o-Xylene Solvent for Paint Manufacturing
Technical grade o-xylene used as a solvent in alkyd resin paints and coatings, classified under HTS 2902.41.00.00 because it remains a separate chemically defined compound despite solvent applications. Excludes formulated paint products or mixtures.
Electronic Grade o-Xylene for Photoresist
Ultra-high purity o-xylene (99.99%) for semiconductor photoresist manufacturing, under HTS 2902.41.00.00 as a chemically defined cyclic hydrocarbon meeting Chapter 29 purity standards. Distinguished from general solvents by stringent impurity controls.
o-Xylene Rubber Processing Solvent
o-Xylene used in synthetic rubber processing as a swelling agent and solvent, classified HTS 2902.41.00.00 as pure cyclic hydrocarbon. Used in tire manufacturing and elastomer production.
o-Xylene for Pesticide Intermediate
Refined o-xylene serving as precursor for o-xylenol in pesticide synthesis, under HTS 2902.41.00.00 as defined organic compound. Purity ensures classification before chemical transformation.