Naugard XL-1 Antioxidant (4,4'-Bis(α,α-dimethylbenzyl)diphenylamine) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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