Naphthalene-Based Leather Fatliquoring Agent from Germany
This finishing agent is used in leather tanning to lubricate and soften hides, containing over 5% naphthalene, an aromatic hydrocarbon. It meets HTS 3809.93.10.00 due to its high aromatic content and specific application in leather processing industries. The product enhances leather flexibility and water resistance during post-tanning treatments.
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
• Verify aromatic substance content via lab analysis to confirm >5% threshold for this subheading
• Include SDS and tannery end-use certification to avoid misclassification as general chemicals
• Ensure proper labeling for hazardous aromatics to comply with EPA and TSCA import requirements