Cobalt Naphthenate Catalyst for Polyester Resins from China
Cobalt naphthenate serves as an accelerator in unsaturated polyester resin curing for fiberglass composites. As a water-insoluble naphthenic acid salt, it fits HTS 3824.99.7550 for other such preparations. Used in boat building, automotive parts, and corrosion-resistant tanks.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• 12% max cobalt content typical—verify via ICP analysis for duty-free claims if applicable
• Hazardous material declaration for flammability; pair with MEKP hardener docs
• Avoid 2852 classification—it's organic salt, not inorganic compound