Synesstic™ 5N Mixed Alkylnaphthalenes
Synesstic™ 5N from ExxonMobil is a synthetic mixed alkylnaphthalenes fluid with high solvency for gear oils and greases. Classified under HTS 3817.00.20.00 as it consists of alkylnaphthalenes mixtures excluded from petroleum (2707) or specific aromatics (2902) headings.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used specifically as additives in lubricating preparations
When imported for direct addition to lubricants, may classify under prepared additives of 3811 rather than base mixtures.
If predominantly styrene-alkylbenzene derivatives
Specific unsaturated aromatic polymers fall under 2902, not general mixed alkylnaphthalenes.
If for bulk lubricating oil base stocks from refining
Refinery-derived base oils with naphthenic content classify under petroleum oils of 2710.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide manufacturer specifications confirming synthetic production method to distinguish from petroleum products
• Label containers with UN numbers for hazardous material transport compliance
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