2902.43.00.00/p-Xylene with Stabilizer/Japan

p-Xylene with Stabilizer from Japan

p-Xylene containing polymerization inhibitor (e.g., 10 ppm t-butylcatechol) necessary for safe transport, still classified as the base compound under HTS 2902.43.00.00 per Chapter 29 note (f). Used in chemical intermediate production.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Document stabilizer addition solely for preservation/transport to maintain Chapter 29 classification

• Specify inhibitor concentration (<50 ppm) on COA to avoid Chapter 38 mixture classification

• Ensure compatibility testing for stainless steel 316L tankers used in bulk import