High-Softening Point Penta Rosin Ester from China
High-softening point pentaerythritol rosin ester (130-110°C ring & ball) provides heat resistance in tire cord adhesives and tape formulations. Derived from disproportionated tall oil rosin for color stability. Classified as ester gum under HTS 3806.30.00.00.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
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
• Ring & ball softening point certification critical; ±5°C tolerance expected
• OMPA color <5 required for light-colored adhesives
• Avoid bulk packaging >190L drums which trigger hazardous material surcharges