1,2,4,5-Tetramethylbenzene (Durene) from Japan
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 — 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
• 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