Phthalic Anhydride Feedstock o-Xylene from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Declare intended end-use as chemical intermediate if requesting binding ruling for classification
• Maintain temperature-controlled shipping above freezing point (o-Xylene freezes at -25°C)
• Include REACH/TSCA compliance certificates for downstream polymer manufacturing