Cumene (Isopropylbenzene) from Japan
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 — 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%
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