Creosote Light Oil Fraction from Japan
The light oil fraction separated during creosote production from coal tar distillation, rich in aromatics like xylene and naphthalene precursors. Classified under HTS 2707.99.10.00 as a coal tar distillation product with predominant aromatic content, used in wood preservation formulations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
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
• Include coal tar processing certificates to distinguish from petroleum creosote substitutes
• Test for aromatic vs nonaromatic ratio; must exceed 50% aromatics for this heading
• Label clearly as industrial oil to prevent confusion with consumer products