Industrial Solvent Mixture C9-C10
A mixture of C9-C10 hydrocarbons used as an industrial solvent in paints and coatings, containing no single hydrocarbon exceeding 50% by weight. It qualifies under HTS 2710.12.45.95 as light oils and preparations with over 70% petroleum oils, specifically mixtures of hydrocarbons not elsewhere specified. The low boiling point ensures it distills within light oil parameters.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing biodiesel
Biodiesel-mixed petroleum oils shift to 2710.19 due to specific exclusion of biodiesel from light oils in 2710.12.
If over 50% of a single hydrocarbon like toluene
High concentration of one hydrocarbon (e.g., >50% toluene) classifies under specific hydrocarbon subheadings, not 'other' mixtures.
If formulated specifically as paint/varnish solvent
Solvents prepared exclusively for paints or varnishes fall under Chapter 32 as paint preparations, not general petroleum oils.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify hydrocarbon composition via lab analysis to confirm no single compound exceeds 50% by weight and distillation at 210°C
• Provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) showing >70% petroleum oil content to avoid reclassification as preparations elsewhere
• Ensure proper hazardous material declarations (HazMat) for IMDG/49CFR shipping to prevent customs delays
Related Products under HTS 2710.12.45.95
White Spirit Type Paint Thinner
A petroleum-derived white spirit used for thinning paints and cleaning brushes, with a complex mixture of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons under 50% of any single compound. Classified in 2710.12.45.95 for light petroleum distillates >70% petroleum oils not pure single hydrocarbons. Meets light oil definition by distilling 90%+ at 210°C.
Naphtha Substitute Cleaning Solvent
Low-aromatic naphtha substitute for degreasing and cleaning in manufacturing, blended hydrocarbons with no component over 50% by weight. Falls under HTS 2710.12.45.95 as 'other' light oil mixtures containing >70% petroleum oils from bituminous minerals. Primarily aliphatic for reduced odor and volatility.
Stoddard Solvent Dry Cleaning Fluid
High-flash Stoddard solvent used in dry cleaning operations, mixture of hydrocarbons with <50% any single compound and >70% petroleum content. HTS 2710.12.45.95 covers this as light oil preparation not pure hydrocarbons. Distills primarily below 210°C per ASTM D86 equivalent.
Aromatic-Free Mineral Spirits
Dearomatized mineral spirits for specialty coatings and adhesives, complex hydrocarbon blend under 50% single component. Classified 2710.12.45.95 as light petroleum oil mixture >70% basic constituent. Low aromatics (<1%) for food/pharma grade applications.
Petroleum Extract Degreaser Base
Heavy naphtha extract used as base for industrial degreasers, hydrocarbons mixed <50% each, >70% petroleum oils. HTS 2710.12.45.95 for light oil 'other' mixtures not single compounds. High solvency for grease removal in manufacturing.
Mixed Hydrocarbon Extraction Solvent
Specialty solvent for herbal/botanical extractions, petroleum distillate with balanced C6-C10 hydrocarbons <50% each. 2710.12.45.95 classification for light oil mixtures >70% petroleum not biodiesel or waste. Food-grade capable with low impurities.