Diisopropylbenzene from China
Diisopropylbenzene contains two isopropyl groups on the benzene ring, used in resin and specialty chemical manufacturing. As a polyalkylbenzene, it precisely matches HTS 2902.90.30 criteria for cyclic hydrocarbons with multiple alkyl substituents. Chapter notes confirm applicability to pure isomers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Specify meta-, ortho-, or para- isomer on commercial invoice with CAS number
• UN 3077 environment hazard classification may apply; prepare spill response documentation
• Avoid bulk shipments mixed with ethylbenzene to prevent commingling classification issues