Pentaerythritol Ester of Rosin
This ester is produced by reacting rosin acids with pentaerythritol, used in adhesives and coatings for improved stability. Classified under 3806.90.00.00 as a derivative of rosin and resin acids.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.2% | +35.0% | 39.2% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.2% | +10.0% | 14.2% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.2% | +10.0% | 14.2% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.2% | +10.0% | 14.2% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.2% | +10.0% | 14.2% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If heavily modified for synthetic resin properties
Advanced esterification creating polymer-like properties moves to polyester resins in Chapter 39.
If fatty acid content >50%
High fatty acid esters from tall oil classify under industrial fatty alcohol esters.
If sold as bulk glycerol-free ester
Specific alcohol esters without glycerol may fall under general ester heading 1520.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include esterification ratio documentation to confirm rosin acid base exceeds 50% composition
• Ensure stability test results for high-temperature applications to support valuation claims
• Use nitrogen-blanketed packaging to prevent oxidation and maintain product integrity
Related Products under HTS 3806.90.00.00
Gum Rosin
Gum rosin is a natural resin obtained from the oleoresin of pine trees, primarily used in adhesives, printing inks, and soaps. It falls under HTS 3806.90.00.00 as a rosin and resin acid derived from tree exudates, classified as 'other' within this heading.
Tall Oil Rosin
Tall oil rosin is extracted from crude tall oil during wood pulping processes, used in paper sizing and adhesives. Although part of heading 3806, 'other' covers miscellaneous rosin types; note specific tall oil subheading exists but this captures variants.
Rosin Oil
Rosin oil is obtained by distillation of rosin, used as a solvent in varnishes and paints. It qualifies under HTS 3806.90.00.00 as 'rosin oils' within the 'other' category of this heading.
Disproportionated Rosin
Disproportionated rosin undergoes heat treatment to stabilize abietic acid, used in solder fluxes and inks. It remains under HTS 3806.90.00.00 as a processed derivative of rosin acids.
Rosin Modified Phenolic Resin
This resin combines rosin with phenolic compounds for tackifying adhesives and printing inks. Classified in 3806.90.00.00 when rosin remains principal component per Chapter 38 notes.
Wood Rosin
Extracted from pine stumps via solvent process, wood rosin serves in high-quality varnishes and pharmaceuticals. Falls under HTS 3806.90.00.00 as other rosin from wood sources.