Di(cumyl) Peroxide

Bis(1-methyl-1-phenylethyl) peroxide, an aromatic dialkyl peroxide used in crosslinked polyethylene production. Classified HTS 2909.60.20.00 as aromatic ketone peroxide derivative, chemically defined organic compound per Chapter 29 note (a). High-purity technical grade qualifies.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2909.60.10.00Same rate: 40.5%

If specifically enumerated cumene-derived peroxides

More specific statistical suffixes exist; 'Other' applies only when not precisely matching principal cumene products.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If masterbatch with polymer carrier

Polymer-bound peroxides classify as compound preparations under Chapter 38.

2710.19.90.00Lower: 32% vs 40.5%

If high boiling petroleum distillate solution

Solvent-based if solvent imparts specific use characteristics per Chapter 29 note (e)

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide peroxide value assay (meq O2/kg) confirming active oxygen content for classification

Use Type F organic peroxide packaging; shock/watch required for transport declarations

Avoid water contamination; peroxides hydrolyze and lose efficacy