Wood Turpentine Oil from Japan
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.
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
• Submit lab reports confirming terpene profile (e.g
• >80% pinene) to distinguish from refined essential oils
• Comply with TSCA import requirements; register if new chemical use in US
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'pine oil' if alpha-terpineol <50%, preventing duty disputes