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Polymer-Grade p-Xylene from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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