Pseudocumene Technical Grade 98%

Technical grade pseudocumene with 98% minimum purity, a cyclic aromatic hydrocarbon used in paint and coating formulations. Classified under HTS 2902.90.10.00 as it meets the chapter note for separate chemically defined organic compounds. Supplied in industrial drums for manufacturing use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2902.43.00Same rate: 35%

If predominantly mixed xylenes with pseudocumene impurity

Xylene mixtures (dimethylbenzenes) are specifically provided for in 2902.43, taking precedence over general 'other' cyclic hydrocarbons.

2710.12.15Lower: 25% vs 35%

If for light naphtha fractions containing pseudocumene

Petroleum-derived light oils from petroleum distillation fall under Chapter 27, not pure chemicals of Chapter 29.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include GC-MS analysis certificates verifying ≥98% pseudocumene content to distinguish from lower purity grades

Declare exact flash point (48°C) and vapor pressure for proper hazmat shipping classification