Fluorene
Fluorene (C13H10) is a tricyclic aromatic hydrocarbon with a central five-membered ring. It qualifies under HTS 2902.90.20.00 as a named cyclic hydrocarbon used in dye manufacturing and as a fluorescent probe.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as fluorescent dye intermediate mixture
Prepared chemical mixtures for specific uses classify under 3824.
If used as synthetic fluorescent brightening agent
Chapter 32 takes precedence for luminophores and fluorescent agents.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify melting point range of 112-116°C on COA to confirm identity
• Package under nitrogen atmosphere for 99% purity grades to prevent oxidation
• Include flash point data (115°C) for proper hazmat declaration
Related Products under HTS 2902.90.20.00
Acenaphthene
Acenaphthene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) with the formula C12H10, consisting of naphthalene with an ethylene bridge. It falls under HTS 2902.90.20.00 as a specific cyclic hydrocarbon listed in the tariff description for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
Chrysene
Chrysene (C18H12) is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon composed of four fused benzene rings. Classified under HTS 2902.90.20.00 as an explicitly listed cyclic hydrocarbon used in research and as a chemical intermediate.
p-Cymene
p-Cymene (para-cymene, C10H14) is a monoterpene aromatic hydrocarbon with methyl and isopropyl substituents on benzene. It is explicitly listed under HTS 2902.90.20.00 as a cyclic hydrocarbon used in fragrance and flavor industries.
Indene
Indene (C9H8) is a bicyclic hydrocarbon with a benzene ring fused to a cyclopentene ring. Listed specifically under HTS 2902.90.20.00 as a cyclic hydrocarbon used in resin and synthetic rubber production.
Mesitylene (1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene)
Mesitylene is 1,3,5-trimethylbenzene (C9H12), a symmetrical trialkylbenzene. It is explicitly named in HTS 2902.90.20.00 as a cyclic hydrocarbon used as a solvent and in resin production.
Phenanthrene
Phenanthrene (C14H10) is a tricyclic aromatic hydrocarbon with angularly fused rings. Classified under HTS 2902.90.20.00 as a specifically listed cyclic hydrocarbon used in explosives and dyes.