Sulfite Turpentine from Germany
Sulfite turpentine is a crude terpenic oil byproduct from the sulfite pulping process of coniferous woods, containing alpha-pinene and other terpenes. Classified under HTS 3805.90.5000 as 'other' terpenic oils from wood treatment. Commonly used in paint solvents and chemical synthesis.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide mill certificates showing sulfite process origin to confirm classification under coniferous wood treatment
• Comply with TSCA import requirements for chemical substances with pre-manufacture notices if applicable