Syntan N from China
Syntan N is a synthetic aromatic tanning agent used in leather processing to provide firmness and fullness to hides. It falls under HTS 3202.10.10.00 as it is a synthetic organic tanning substance that is aromatic or modified aromatic in nature. This naphthalene-based sulfonated product is widely employed in the initial tanning stages for producing soft leathers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
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
• Verify chemical composition certificates to confirm aromatic structure; ensure SDS sheets comply with EPA and TSCA regulations; avoid misclassification as general chemicals under Chapter 29