Crude Para-Cymene Oil from Japan
Crude para-cymene is a terpenic oil derived from distillation or treatment of coniferous woods, primarily composed of p-cymene (para-cymene). It qualifies for HTS 3805.90.5000 as other crude terpenic oils not specified elsewhere in the heading. Used in fragrance, flavor, and solvent applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit analytical reports confirming para-cymene as main component from wood distillation process
• Ensure proper UN hazmat classification (UN 2319) for terpenoid oils during ocean/air transport
• Avoid misdeclaration as essential oils (3301) by providing crude processing evidence