NA-LUBE® KL-510 Mixed Alkylnaphthalenes from Japan
NA-LUBE® KL-510 is a mixed C11-C13 alkylnaphthalenes product used as a solubilizer in synthetic ester-based lubricants. It qualifies for HTS 3817.00.20.00 as a mixed alkylnaphthalene not covered by headings 2707 (petroleum) or 2902 (pure aromatics).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure bill of lading specifies 'mixed alkylnaphthalenes' to match HTS description exactly
• Comply with TSCA pre-manufacture notification if >10,000 lbs annual import volume
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'lubricating oil' which shifts to higher-duty 2710 subheadings