Sulphated Chestnut Tannin Liquid from China
Sulphated chestnut tannin is a liquid derivative from chestnut wood extract, used as a retanning agent in leather finishing for improved dye affinity. It qualifies under HTS 3201.90.50.00 for other vegetable tannins and derivatives n.e.s., distinct from basic extracts. This product enhances leather softness and is common in shoe and upholstery production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Declare exact derivative type (e.g
• sulfated) and concentration to match tariff description
• Use UN-approved packaging for liquids to meet hazmat shipping regs