Sulfate Turpentine Oil from China
Sulfate turpentine oil is a by-product from the kraft pulping process of coniferous woods, rich in alpha-pinene. Classified under HTS 3805.10.00.00 as sulfate turpentine oils produced by treatment of coniferous woods, it's widely used in resin manufacturing and as a paint solvent.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
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
• Include pulp mill origin certificates proving sulfate process from coniferous woods to validate classification
• Declare flash point and terpene content accurately for DOT hazmat compliance during import