Pine Wood Tar from Germany
Pine wood tar is a dark, viscous liquid obtained by the destructive distillation of pine wood, used primarily as a wood preservative and in traditional roofing applications. It falls under HTS 3807.00.00.00 as a classic example of wood tar derived directly from wood pyrolysis. This natural product contains phenolic compounds characteristic of wood tars.
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
• Verify origin certification to confirm wood-based production, as synthetic tars may classify elsewhere; ensure proper packaging to prevent leakage during shipping; check for hazardous material declarations due to flammability