1,2,4,5-Tetramethylbenzene (Durene) from Germany
Durene is a tetraalkylbenzene used in plasticizer and high-temperature solvent applications. Precisely matches HTS 2902.90.30 polyalkylbenzene definition. High methyl substitution enables specialized thermal properties.
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
• Melting point 79°C requires heated transport above solidification temperature
• CAS 95-93-2 confirmation prevents confusion with prehnitene isomer
• Sublimation risk demands sealed containers with vapor pressure relief