1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene (Mesitylene) from Germany
Mesitylene is a symmetrical trimethylbenzene used as a solvent and in resin production. Falls under HTS 2902.90.30.50 as 'other' polyalkylbenzenes, being a chemically pure cyclic hydrocarbon. Excluded from Chapter 27 as it's not a crude mixture.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Require assay reports showing >98% purity for proper classification; use UN-approved packaging for flammable liquids; monitor for anti-dusting additives per Chapter 29 note (g)