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Process Oil SN 150

SN 150 process oil is a neutral solvent-extracted petroleum fraction used in rubber processing and adhesives, with a balanced hydrocarbon mixture under 50% of any single compound. It acts as a plasticizer and extender. Classified in 2710.19.45 for its petroleum base and unspecified mixture status.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2710.19.11Same rate: 25%

If for mixtures >50% toluene or similar

Subheadings 2707.10-40 notes extend to >50% single aromatic compounds here.

3404.90Lower: 12.5% vs 25%

If used as artificial wax or prepared paraffin

Wax-like petroleum products shift to Chapter 34 based on physical properties.

2712.20.00Lower: 7.5% vs 25%

If meets paraffin wax definition post-refining

Paraffinic content >50% in solid form changes to 2712 classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include viscosity index and pour point data in entry docs to distinguish from other oils

• Verify no biodiesel content via fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) testing

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