Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate (MDI)
MDI is a diisocyanate compound featuring two isocyanate (-N=C=O) functional groups attached to a diphenylmethane backbone, classifying it under HTS 2929.10.80 as an 'other' isocyanate with nitrogen function. It is primarily used in the production of polyurethane foams, coatings, and adhesives.
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If containing a phosphorus atom bound to nitrogen
Compounds with P-N bonds are classified under other nitrogen function compounds rather than isocyanates.
If imported as a formulated polyurethane prepolymer mixture
Mixtures exceeding simple compounds fall under chemical preparations, not pure organic compounds.
If classified based on diol precursor rather than isocyanate function
Acyclic ethers with alcohol functions may take precedence if isocyanate group is not principal.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and confirm purity levels to meet chemical import regulations
• Ensure proper Hazard Class 6.1 labeling for toxic liquid handling during customs clearance
• Verify REACH compliance for EU-sourced MDI to avoid delays in transshipment
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Isophorone Diisocyanate (IPDI)
IPDI is a cycloaliphatic diisocyanate with two -NCO groups, falling under HTS 2929.10.80 as an 'other' isocyanate due to its distinct nitrogen function. It is valued for light-stable polyurethane coatings and elastomers in automotive and optical applications.
Hexamethylene Diisocyanate (HDI)
HDI is an aliphatic diisocyanate with the formula OCNC6H12NCO, classified in HTS 2929.10.80 as an other isocyanate compound with nitrogen function. Commonly used in high-performance, UV-resistant polyurethane clearcoats for vehicles and wood finishes.
4,4'-Methylenebis(phenyl isocyanate)
This aromatic diisocyanate, also known as pure MDI, contains two isocyanate groups linked by methylenebis(phenyl), qualifying under HTS 2929.10.80 for other isocyanates. Essential raw material for rigid polyurethane foams in insulation panels.
Norbornane Diisocyanate
A bicyclic aliphatic diisocyanate derived from norbornane, classified under HTS 2929.10.80 as other isocyanates with nitrogen function. Used in specialty polyurethanes requiring high thermal stability and hydrolytic resistance.
1,5-Naphthalene Diisocyanate (NDI)
NDI features two isocyanate groups on a naphthalene ring system, falling under HTS 2929.10.80 as other isocyanates. Primarily employed in spandex fiber production and high-strength polyurethane elastomers.
p-Phenylene Diisocyanate (PPDI)
PPDI is a para-substituted benzene ring with two isocyanate groups, classified in HTS 2929.10.80 as other isocyanates with nitrogen function. Utilized in advanced polyurea coatings and composite materials.