Diphenyl Ether (Diphenyl Oxide) from Mexico
Diphenyl ether is a high-boiling aromatic ether used as heat transfer fluid. Classified under HTS 2909.30.60.00 as 'other' aromatic ether. Widely imported for industrial thermal applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify azeotrope composition if blended with biphenyl (Therminol VP-1 type)
• Use steel drums with nitrogen padding for transoceanic shipment stability
• Declare flash point (239°F) for proper IMDG Class 9 hazardous material handling