Diisopropylbenzene from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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