Refined High Acid Number Naphthenic Acid

Distilled naphthenic acid with acid number 200-250 mg KOH/g, used in metalworking fluids and rubber additives. Falls under HTS 3824.99.7510 as their water-insoluble salts are separately classified. Key for emulsifiers in oil-based formulations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

3824.99.75Same rate: 38.7%

If their water-insoluble salts or esters

Naphthenic metal salts (e.g., copper naphthenate) or esters have dedicated subheading.

3403.19Lower: 15.8% vs 38.7%

If lubricating preparations containing naphthenic acids

If formulated as metalworking lubricant, moves to Chapter 34 lubricants.

3811.90.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 38.7%

If used primarily as paint additive

Antioxidants/corrosion inhibitors for specific uses classified in 3811.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test and certify acid number via titration; provide neutralization value on commercial invoice

Ensure DOT hazardous material classification for corrosive liquids

Watch for reclassification if metal salts present