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Tinuvin 765 Light Stabilizer

Tinuvin 765 is bis(1,2,2,6,6-pentamethyl-4-piperidinyl) sebacate, a hindered amine light stabilizer (HALS) used in polymer formulations to prevent UV degradation. It falls under HTS 3812.39.70.00 as a specific compound stabilizer for plastics, providing long-term thermal and light stability to materials like polyolefins.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3812.39Same rate: 37.5%

If sold as part of mixed antioxidant formulation

Mixtures of antioxidants and stabilizers fall under 3812.39.10 rather than single specified compounds.

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 37.5%

If impure or contains other chemical substances

Preparations not purely the named compound may classify as other chemical preparations in 3824.

2933.39.41.00Higher: 100% vs 37.5%

If imported as bulk heterocyclic compound without plastic stabilizer labeling

As a piperidine derivative, it could classify under Chapter 29 heterocyclic compounds if not presented as rubber/plastic stabilizer.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify chemical purity and provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) confirming exact composition matches the HTS specific description

• Ensure proper hazardous materials declaration (UN 3077) for environmental hazard classification during shipping

• Include end-use certificates to avoid reclassification as general plastic additives under broader subheadings