Dibenzofuran (Diphenylene Oxide)

Dibenzofuran is a tricyclic aromatic heterocyclic compound featuring oxygen as the only hetero-atom, specifically named in HTS 2932.99.32.00. It appears as white crystals used in synthesis and as a reference pollutant standard.

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.

2909.30.60.00Lower: 30.5% vs 35%

If viewed primarily as diaryl ether rather than heterocycle

Diaryl ethers in 2909, but heterocyclic structure takes precedence per Chapter 29 notes.

3822Lower: 10% vs 35%

If diagnostic lab reagent kit containing dibenzofuran standard

Lab reagents prepared for analysis shift to 3822 regardless of Chapter 29 composition.

2932.99Same rate: 35%

If other aromatic oxygen heterocycles not specifically named

Specific enumeration in .3200; unnamed aromatics go to basket .9700.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include NMR or GC-MS spectra in documentation to confirm dibenzofuran structure and 99%+ purity

Classify as hazardous material (UN 3077) due to environmental toxicity; prepare proper shipping papers

Check TSCA inventory listing and obtain PMN if synthetic variant not pre-registered