Naugard XL-1 Antioxidant (4,4'-Bis(α,α-dimethylbenzyl)diphenylamine) from Japan
Commercial grade 4,4'-Bis(α,α-dimethylbenzyl)diphenylamine sold under the trademark Naugard XL-1 for tire and rubber compounding. Classified under HTS 2921.44.0500 as the pure named chemical compound per Chapter 29 notes. Used to prevent oxidative degradation in natural and synthetic rubber products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit manufacturer's specification sheet confirming >95% purity to qualify as pure compound vs mixture
• Check for anti-dumping duties on rubber chemicals from specific origins like China