Wood Turpentine Oil
Wood turpentine oil is produced by steam distillation of wood from coniferous trees like pine, containing high levels of terpenes. It is classified in HTS 3805.10.00.00 as a wood turpentine oil from coniferous woods, commonly used in artist's solvents and varnishes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 5% | +35.0% | 40% |
| π²π½Mexico | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| π©πͺGermany | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| π―π΅Japan | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If crude dipentene is the primary component
Crude dipentene extracted from turpentine falls under the specific subheading 3805.30.
If for denatured or fuel-grade versions
Turpentine refined for fuel use resembles petroleum spirits in 2710.
If rectified and used in cosmetics or flavors
Rectified terpene oils meeting perfumery standards are in Chapter 33.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Submit lab reports confirming terpene profile (e.g
β’ >80% pinene) to distinguish from refined essential oils
β’ Comply with TSCA import requirements; register if new chemical use in US
β’ Avoid misdeclaration as 'pine oil' if alpha-terpineol <50%, preventing duty disputes
Related Products under HTS 3805.10.00.00
Steam-Distilled Pine Wood Oil
Steam-distilled pine wood oil is extracted from pine shavings via steam, retaining natural terpenes. Classified in HTS 3805.10.00.00 as wood turpentine oil from coniferous treatment.
Kraft Process Sulfate Turpentine
Kraft process sulfate turpentine is recovered from black liquor in sulfate pulping of softwoods. HTS 3805.10.00.00 includes it as sulfate turpentine from coniferous woods.
Destructive Distilled Pine Oil
Destructive distilled pine oil from high-temperature wood pyrolysis, crude terpenic fraction. Under 3805.10.00.00 as wood turpentine oils.
Oleoresin-Derived Gum Turpentine
Gum turpentine from slash pine oleoresin distillation, standard paint thinner grade. HTS 3805.10.00.00 classification.
Southern Yellow Pine Turpentine Oil
Turpentine oil from southern yellow pine via gum collection and distillation. Fits 3805.10.00.00 as gum turpentine.
Industrial Grade Gum Spirits of Turpentine
Industrial grade gum spirits of turpentine are distilled from pine oleoresin, used in adhesives and coatings. HTS 3805.10.00.00 covers this as gum turpentine oil from coniferous woods distillation.