1,4-Di-(2-methylstyryl)benzene Optical Brightener Base from Canada
Base material 1,4-Di-(2-methylstyryl)benzene for producing optical brighteners, listed in HTS 2902.90.40.00. Pure form before formulation into excluded products. Cyclic hydrocarbon per chapter scope.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Distinguish from finished brighteners via formulation docs
• UV stabilizer cert if added
• Small package for R&D avoids bulk duties