Methylenedi-p-tolyl Diisocyanate (MDT)

Methylenedi-p-tolyl diisocyanate (MDT or DET) contains two p-tolyl isocyanate groups linked by methylene, qualifying under HTS 2929.10.80.90 as other isocyanates. Used in specialty polyurethane elastomers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina6.5%+10.0%16.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2921.59Same rate: 16.5%

If corresponding diaminoditolylmethane

Amine precursors classify under other aromatic mono/polyamines.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 16.5%

If phosgenation mixture with >10% impurities

Crude reaction products become preparations outside pure compound scope.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Hazard Class 6.1; specify low chlorine content (<100 ppm) for elastomer grade

โ€ข NMR spectrum verification for characteristic aromatic and NCO protons

โ€ข Avoid bulk packaging; <5L containers preferred for stability

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Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate (MDI)

Methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) is a diisocyanate compound featuring two isocyanate (-N=C=O) groups attached to a diphenylmethane structure, classifying it under HTS 2929.10.80.90 as an 'other' isocyanate with nitrogen function. It is primarily used in the production of polyurethane foams, coatings, and adhesives.

Toluene Diisocyanate (TDI) 80/20 Mixture

TDI 80/20 is an 80:20 mixture of 2,4- and 2,6-toluene diisocyanate isomers, qualifying as 'other' isocyanates under HTS 2929.10.80.90 per Chapter 29 note (b) for isomer mixtures. Widely used for flexible slabstock polyurethane foams.

Xylidene Diisocyanate (XDI)

Xylidene diisocyanate (XDI), or xylylene diisocyanate, is a meta-xylylene-based diisocyanate classified in HTS 2929.10.80.90 as other isocyanates. It produces polyureas and coatings with excellent adhesion properties.

Isophorone Diisocyanate (IPDI)

Isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI) is a cycloaliphatic diisocyanate with two -NCO groups, falling under HTS 2929.10.80.90 as an 'other' isocyanate compound with nitrogen function per Chapter 29 notes. It is valued for light-stable polyurethane coatings and elastomers.

Hexamethylene Diisocyanate (HDI)

Hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) is an aliphatic diisocyanate with the formula OCNC6H12NCO, classified in HTS 2929.10.80.90 as an 'other' isocyanate per Chapter 29 nitrogen function provisions. It produces flexible, UV-resistant polyurethanes for automotive clearcoats.

p-Phenylene Diisocyanate (PPDI)

p-Phenylene diisocyanate (PPDI), or 1,4-diisocyanatobenzene, contains two isocyanate groups on a benzene ring, classifying under HTS 2929.10.80.90 as other aromatic isocyanates. Used in high-temperature resistant polyurethanes and spandex fibers.