Benzoyl Peroxide (Pure) from China
Benzoyl peroxide in pure form (>98%) is classified under HTS 2942.00.50.00 as an 'other' organic peroxide not covered by specific bleaching agent provisions. This diacyl peroxide serves as a free radical initiator in polymer chemistry.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify as UN 3104 (Organic Peroxide Type D) with temperature-controlled shipping below 30°C
• Include DSC thermal stability data showing SADT >60°C for customs safety review
• Distinguish from diluted formulations (<52% active) which classify under heading 2916