Cumene (Isopropylbenzene) from Canada
Cumene, chemically known as isopropylbenzene (C6H5CH(CH3)2), is a colorless liquid cyclic hydrocarbon used primarily as an intermediate in phenol and acetone production. It falls under HTS 2902.70.00.00 as a separate chemically defined organic compound within the cyclic hydrocarbons subheading of Chapter 29.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming 99%+ purity to avoid reclassification as mixtures
• Ensure proper UN-approved packaging (e.g
• IBCs or drums) with cumene-specific hazard labels for DOT compliance
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and verify REACH/ TSCA registration for US import clearance