Paint Thinner
A petroleum-based solvent blend used to thin oil-based paints and varnishes, consisting mainly of light hydrocarbons. Falls under 2710.12.90.00 as a preparation with ≥70% petroleum oils as basic constituents, meeting light oil distillation criteria, excluding biodiesel and waste.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If 50%+ motor gasoline or aviation turbine fuel content
High gasoline content directs to specific motor fuel subheadings.
If organic solvent composite for surface prep
Solvent mixtures with additives become organic composites in Chapter 38.
If formulated as lubricant base for automotive use
Lubricating function takes precedence over general petroleum oil classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label containers with flash point and composition to meet DOT hazardous materials regs
• Submit lab tests proving light oil status and petroleum dominance over 70%
• Watch for reclassification if marketed solely as a paint preparation under 3208/3209
Related Products under HTS 2710.12.90.00
Mineral Spirits
A clear, colorless petroleum distillate primarily composed of aliphatic hydrocarbons, used as a solvent in paints and cleaning products. It qualifies under HTS 2710.12.90.00 as a light oil where 90% or more distills at 210°C per ISO 3405, containing over 70% petroleum oils as the basic constituent, and not classified as biodiesel or waste.
Stoddard Solvent
A refined petroleum distillate used in dry cleaning and as an industrial degreaser, with a distillation range fitting light oils. Classified in 2710.12.90.00 due to >70% petroleum content, light oil properties per ISO 3405, and exclusion from biodiesel/waste categories.
Naphtha Solvent
Light petroleum naphtha used as an industrial solvent in rubber processing and extraction. Meets HTS 2710.12.90.00 as a non-crude petroleum oil with ≥70% basic oil content and light oil distillation specs, not biodiesel or waste.
White Spirits
Low-odor petroleum distillates used in paints, coatings, and cleaners, characterized by light oil properties. Under 2710.12.90.00 for preparations >70% petroleum oils, distilling 90%+ at 210°C, excluding biodiesel and waste oils.
Aromatic 100 Solvent
High-aromatic petroleum solvent (100% aromatics like toluene/xylene) for adhesives and inks. Fits 2710.12.90.00 as light oil preparation ≥70% petroleum, meeting distillation test, non-biodiesel.
VM&P Naphtha
Varnish Making and Printing naphtha, a fast-evaporating light petroleum solvent for inks and lacquers. Classified 2710.12.90.00 for >70% petroleum light oils per distillation standard.