Tall Oil Pitch from Japan
Tall oil pitch is the heavy residue from tall oil distillation, used as a binder in fuels and asphalt extenders. It is classified under HTS 3803.00.00.00 as a refined tall oil product.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document as distillation residue to stay in 3803; test for heavy metals per EPA; use proper UN numbers for viscous pitch shipments