Naphthalene Oil (Low Grade) from China
Low-grade naphthalene oil from coal tar contains 20-40% naphthalene for mothballs and dyes when purified, but bulk classified as other. HTS 2707.99.90 applies since it doesn't exceed 50% naphthalene threshold.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
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)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• GC-MS analysis confirming <50% naphthalene prevents incorrect subheading
• Solidification point testing distinguishes from purer grades
• Vapor pressure data for safe heated tank transport