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MEK for Paint Thinner from Japan

MEK for paint thinner is high-evaporation rate methyl ethyl ketone marketed for paint thinning and cleanup. It remains pure butanone, classified under 2914.12.00, as end-use does not affect chemical classification. It is used in automotive refinishing.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

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Import Tips

• Declare the product as butanone, not as a paint product, to avoid misclassification under paint headings

• Provide the chemical composition on the invoice

• Ensure compliance with Canadian volatile organic compound (VOC) regulations for solvents