Technical Naphthalene 78% Flakes from Germany
Technical grade naphthalene flakes assaying 78% naphthalene from coal tar, exceeding subheading purity threshold for 2707.40.00.00. Aromatic content outweighs non-aromatics; used in PVC plasticizers. Essential feedstock for industrial phthalic anhydride.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Include chromatograph analysis proving >50% naphthalene to avoid 2707.99 downgrade
• Declare in metric tons with barrel equivalents if applicable per chapter US note
• Pre-clear with binding ruling if purity borderline to prevent duty disputes