Cumene (Isopropylbenzene) from Japan
Cumene is an alkylbenzene consisting of a benzene ring with an isopropyl group attached, used primarily as an intermediate in phenol and acetone production. It falls under HTS 2902.90.30 as a chemically defined cyclic hydrocarbon with an alkyl substituent. This classification applies to pure alkylbenzenes meeting chapter 29 criteria for separate organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity through Certificate of Analysis (COA) to confirm classification as chemically defined compound under Chapter 29
• Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) showing flammability hazards; ensure proper UN packaging for hazardous goods
• Avoid misclassification as petroleum distillate by providing lab documentation distinguishing from Chapter 27 mixtures