Extraction Naphtha (Hexane-Free)

Low-odor naphtha used for essential oil extraction in food/pharma industries, non-motor fuel grade. Meets HTS 2710.12.25.00 light oils spec with petroleum distillate base.

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.

2901.10Lower: 10% vs 25%

If highly purified saturated aliphatics

Near-pure acyclic hydrocarbons purity levels shift to organic chemicals chapter.

2710.12.15Same rate: 25%

If hexane content dominates

Hexane-rich streams may classify under motor gasoline blending exclusions.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 25%

If food additive preparations

Formulated extraction solvents with additives move to prepared chemical headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include FDA GRAS status or food contact certifications for extraction grade verification

Test for hexane <50ppm and odor panel results to distinguish from petroleum ether

Declare residual solvents specs per USP/ICH guidelines for pharma imports

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