Naphthenic Acid Methyl Ester Biodiesel Solvent from Canada
Methyl esters of naphthenic acids used as co-solvents in biodiesel production to improve cold flow properties. Classified as HTS 3824.99.7550 other naphthenic esters for fuel applications. Derived from tall oil naphthenates via transesterification.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• GC-MS confirms methyl naphthenate >80%; ASTM D6751 partial compliance
• Not biodiesel itself (3826)—processing solvent classification
• Biofuel credits need origin tracing; EU FAME compatibility