2,2',6,6'-Tetraisopropyldiphenylcarbodiimide (TIPC)

2,2',6,6'-Tetraisopropyldiphenylcarbodiimide, commonly known as TIPC, is a sterically hindered aromatic carbodiimide used as a coupling agent in peptide synthesis and polymer chemistry due to its stability. It is explicitly named in HTS 2925.19.30.00 as an aromatic imide derivative, qualifying under Chapter 29 for pure, chemically defined imine-function compounds.

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.

2925.19Same rate: 35%

If for similar but unnamed sterically hindered diphenylcarbodiimides

Only the two specific compounds are named; other aromatic imides go to the 'other' provision in the same subheading.

2902.30.00.00Same rate: 35%

If classified based on precursor aromatic alcoholate structure

Chapter notes direct metal alcoholates or certain derivatives to alcohol headings, but pure carbodiimides remain in 2925.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If when diluted in solvent for safe transport as per Chapter 29 note (e)

Solvent-dissolved products for transport safety classify as chemical preparations if not rendered for specific use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

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