Biphenyl-4,4'-dicarboxylic Acid

BPDA provides extended conjugation for high-performance polymers in displays and films. Classified HTS 2917.39.70.00 aromatic polycarboxylic despite extended system. Enables liquid crystalline behavior.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2916.39Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If monocarboxylic analog

Number of carboxyl groups determines specific heading.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If oligomer impurities >5%

Purity threshold for chemically defined compound.

3904.69.50.00Same rate: 41.5%

If polyamide forming salts

Chapter Note 5(C)(2) salt formation with diamines.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Extended aromatic confirmed single benzene-per-carboxyl unit

Display manufacturers need angular light scattering for purity

Molecular weight analysis prevents Chapter 39 prepolymer confusion

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