Wood Naphtha (Dry Distillation) from Japan
Wood naphtha is a crude alcohol mixture from dry distillation of hardwoods like oak or maple, containing methanol and acetic acid. It qualifies for HTS 3807.00.00.00 as specifically named wood naphtha from wood carbonization processes. Used in solvent applications and historical pyroligneous products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare alcohol content accurately for ATF oversight; use UN-approved containers for flammable liquids; provide distillation process documentation