p-Xylene (Para-Xylene) from Canada
p-Xylene is a colorless, flammable liquid aromatic hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C6H4(CH3)2, classified under HTS 2902.43.00.00 as a specific xylene isomer within cyclic hydrocarbons. It is primarily used as a feedstock in the production of purified terephthalic acid (PTA) for polyester fibers and resins.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity levels via Certificate of Analysis (COA) as impurities may affect classification under chapter 29 notes
• Ensure proper UN 1307 hazardous material documentation and IMDG/49CFR compliance for flammable liquid transport
• Include end-use declaration to avoid misclassification into Chapter 27 if resembling crude petroleum mixtures