2-Phenylimidazole Technical Grade from Mexico
Technical grade 2-Phenylimidazole (95-98% purity) used in epoxy resin curing agents and corrosion inhibitors. Classified under HTS 2933.29.10.00 as it matches the specific description of aromatic 2-phenylimidazole. Excludes retail preparations per chapter exclusions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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