4,4'-(Hexafluoroisopropylidene)bis(phthalic anhydride) 98% purity

This is a high-purity aromatic polycarboxylic anhydride featuring a hexafluoroisopropylidene bridge between two phthalic anhydride units, classified under HTS 2917.39.12.00 as a specific derivative of aromatic polycarboxylic acids. It serves as a key monomer in producing high-performance fluorinated polyimides for advanced materials.

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.

2909.19Lower: 15.5% vs 35%

If imported as a partially hydrolyzed diacid form

Hydrolyzed forms may classify as aromatic ketones or quinones under earlier chapter headings per classification note prioritizing later numerical order.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If supplied as a solution in solvent for safe transport

Solutions in solvents for safety/transport fall under mixtures of Chapter 38 if not meeting Chapter 29 note (e) criteria for general use.

2934.99Lower: 16.5% vs 35%

If part of a heterocyclic nucleotide derivative set

If chemically modified into a heterocyclic structure beyond simple anhydride, it shifts to nucleic acid derivatives in heading 2934.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify chemical purity and provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) from manufacturer; ensure packaging complies with UN hazardous material regulations for anhydrides; declare exact CAS number 1107-00-0 to avoid reclassification