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Low Odor Naphthenic Acid for Paint Driers

Specially processed naphthenic acid with minimized odor for use in alkyd paint driers and inks. HTS 3824.99.7510 covers the pure acid form before salt formation. Provides essential carboxylic functionality for metal soap production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+37.5%41.2%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3211.00.00.00Same rate: 41.2%

If prepared paint driers containing the acid

Finished drier preparations containing naphthenic acid derivatives classified as prepared paints.

3824.99Same rate: 41.2%

If containing principally alpha olefin sulfonate

Mixtures dominated by specific sulfonates have separate chemical preparation classification.

2915.90Lower: 16.3% vs 41.2%

If purified saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid

Different acid structures classified by specific organic chemistry headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include flash point and viscosity specs in documentation; VOC content may trigger air quality regs

• Separate from naphthenate driers to avoid 3824.99.7590

• Register with TSCA if first import