U.S. Customs and Border Protection · CROSS Database · 1 HTS code referenced
Primary HTS Code
3814.00.5090
$5.6M monthly imports
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Ruling Age
23 years
Data compiled from CBP CROSS Rulings, Census Bureau Trade Data · As of 2026-05-01 · Updates monthly
The tariff classification of "Alpha Blend #4" from Canada.
NY I87209 November 5, 2002 CLA-2-38:RR:NC:2:239 I87209 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 3814.00.5090 Mr. James F. Morgan PBB Global Logistics 883-D Airport Park Road Glen Burnie, MD 21061 RE: The tariff classification of “Alpha Blend #4” from Canada. Dear Mr. Morgan: In your letter dated October 3, 2002, you requested a tariff classification ruling for “Alpha Blend #4” which you have stated is a solvent comprised of N-Propyl Alcohol, N-Propanol, and Ashsol 729. It is used to remove ink from printing presses. The applicable subheading will be 3814.00.5090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for organic composite solvents and thinners, not elsewhere specified or included; prepared paint or varnish removers: other. The rate of duty will be 6 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Andrew Stone at 646-733-3032. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski, Director National Commodity Specialist Division