1,4-Di-(2-methylstyryl)benzene (CAS 6383-95-5) from China
1,4-Di-(2-methylstyryl)benzene is a stilbene derivative specifically listed under HTS 2902.90.40.00 as a cyclic hydrocarbon. This fluorescent compound (C24H24) is used in optical brighteners and laser dyes. Fits Chapter 29 for pure organic compounds, excluding coloring matter exclusions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide NMR or HPLC spectrum confirming structure; mismatches reclassify as 'other'
• Check for anti-dusting agents per Chapter 29 note (g)
• Register under TSCA if for commercial use in US