Rosin Oil from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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