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.
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 primarily light petroleum distillates
Blends exceeding rosin content threshold classify as petroleum spirits under Chapter 27.
If organic composite solvent with additives
Solvents prepared as organic composites with specific additives fall under heading 3814.
If purified cyclic alcohols present
Purified fractions resembling specific chemical compounds may shift to Chapter 29.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide distillation process certificates to prove derivation from rosin rather than synthetic hydrocarbons
• Test for flash point and ensure MSDS indicates non-hazardous classification for easier clearance
• Label containers with 'rosin spirit/oil' to avoid petroleum distillate misclassification
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.
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.
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.