Benzene-Based Maleic Anhydride Flakes from China
Flake-form maleic anhydride manufactured via benzene oxidation process, specifically falling under HTS 2917.14.10.00 due to its aromatic hydrocarbon origin. Used primarily in unsaturated polyester resin production for composites and fiberglass.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Provide production process documentation proving benzene/naphthalene feedstock origin
• Use nitrogen-blanketed containers to prevent polymerization during ocean transit
• Label as UN 2215 Maleic Anhydride with proper corrosive hazard placards