Dicyclopentadiene

Dicyclopentadiene is a dimerized form of cyclopentadiene, a bicyclic cyclic hydrocarbon used in resins, adhesives, and synthetic rubber production. It falls under HTS 2902.90.90.00 as 'other' cyclic hydrocarbons not specifically enumerated.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2901.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If acyclic cyclopentadiene monomer

Acyclic saturated/unsaturated hydrocarbons classified in Chapter 29 heading 2901, preceding cyclic hydrocarbons.

3806.20.00.00Higher: 38.7% vs 35%

If synthetic resin former put up for retail

Products specifically prepared for resin production may fall under Chapter 38 rather than pure hydrocarbons.

2710.12.15Lower: 25% vs 35%

If light oil distillate containing <50% pure compound

Petroleum-derived mixtures not meeting chemical purity standards classified as petroleum oils.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify isomer content; mixtures of isomers may require different classification per Chapter 29 note 2(b)

Provide flash point documentation as it impacts DOT hazardous material shipping requirements

Confirm not stabilized with anticaking agents that could shift to note 2(f) preparations