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Coal Tar Creosote Oil

Creosote oil derived from the distillation of high temperature coal tar, containing aromatic constituents exceeding nonaromatic ones by weight. Classified under HTS 2707.91.00.00 as a creosote oil from coal tar distillation. Primarily used for wood preservation due to its preservative properties.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2707.99Lower: 10% vs 25%

If not specifically creosote but another coal tar distillate

Falls under general 'other' category in 2707.99 if it doesn't meet creosote oil specifications.

3808.59.50Lower: 15% vs 25%

If when formulated as a wood preservative insecticide

Insecticides containing creosote shift to Chapter 38 for specific pesticide preparations.

2710.19Lower: 17% vs 25%

If derived from petroleum rather than coal tar

Petroleum-based creosote oils are classified under light oils in heading 2710.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify aromatic content exceeds nonaromatic via lab analysis to confirm classification; obtain certificates of analysis for customs; ensure proper HAZMAT labeling as it's a flammable liquid