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Polymer-Grade p-Xylene

Ultra-high purity p-Xylene (>99.95%) specifically refined for terephthalic acid production in polyester fiber manufacturing, classified under HTS 2902.43.00.00 as pure cyclic hydrocarbon. Meets ASTM D841 specifications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2903.69Lower: 16.2% vs 37.5%

If ethylbenzene impurities exceed specification limits

Presence of other substituted aromatics may shift to benzene derivatives in 2903.

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 37.5%

If p-xylene in aqueous solution for specific transport exceeding note (d) limits

Water-dissolved products beyond standard strengths excluded by chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include crystallization process documentation proving separation from mixed xylenes for Chapter 29 purity

• Pre-register with US EPA if destined for facilities requiring TSCA import certification

• Use nitrogen blanketing during storage/transport to prevent oxidation/peroxide formation