tert-Butyl Peroxybenzoate

An aromatic ether peroxide used as a curing agent in polyester resins and rubber vulcanization. Classified under HTS 2909.60.20.00 due to its aromatic structure with ether-peroxide functionality. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic peroxide derivatives.

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.

2916.31.20.00Higher: 41.5% vs 40.5%

If benzoate ester function considered principal

Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid esters heading applies if ester characteristic dominates per Chapter 29 note on oxygen functions.

3815.90.50.00Lower: 40% vs 40.5%

If imported as reaction initiator in bulk packaging

Catalyst preparations excluded from Chapter 29; may classify under Chapter 38 if presented as formulated initiator.

2909.60Same rate: 40.5%

If non-aromatic isomer or derivative

Aliphatic ketone/ether peroxides have separate subheading; structure determines aromatic vs non-aromatic classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Classify based on predominant aromatic peroxide structure; provide NMR/GC certificates confirming chemical identity

Use temperature-controlled shipping containers as peroxides decompose above 30°C; declare self-accelerating decomposition temperature (SADT)

Check for anti-dusting agents; additions per Chapter 29 note (g) allowed only if not rendering product for specific use