Rubber Process Oil Aromatic Plasticizer
High aromatic content process oil plasticizer for synthetic rubber tire treads and conveyor belts. It is a compound plasticizer for rubber, classifiable under tariff item 3812.20.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is primarily a petroleum oil and not a compound plasticizer
Petroleum oils are classified in chapter 27, not chapter 38.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is a compound plasticizer, not a petroleum oil, which may fall under chapter 27
• Provide a technical data sheet to the CBSA to support classification
• Check if the aromatic content meets Canadian environmental regulations for rubber products
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