Oak Bark Tannin Extract Powder

Powdered extract from oak bark (Quercus spp.), high in ellagitannins for leather and textile tanning applications. This qualifies for HTS 3201.90.25.00 as an explicitly listed vegetable tanning extract.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3201.90Same rate: 35%

If from non-listed vegetable sources like pine bark

Only specifically named plants qualify for this subheading; others go to 'other'.

1302.19Lower: 10% vs 35%

If sold as general vegetable juice/extract not for tanning

Chapter 13 covers unrefined extracts without specific tanning intent.

3210.00.00Higher: 36.8% vs 35%

If used in paints/varnishes as colorant additive

Preparations based on tannins for manufacturing paints shift to heading 3210.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit tannin content assay (>40% typical) to justify classification over general extracts

Ensure powder form meets food-grade if dual-use; otherwise, specify industrial tanning

Avoid bulk packaging over 50kg to prevent 'industrial' reclassification