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Polyurethane Enamel Paint

A high-gloss polyurethane-based enamel paint dispersed in a nonaqueous solvent, used for industrial machinery and automotive refinishing. This product falls under tariff item 3208.90.10 because it is a corrosion resistant coating specifically formulated for use in the manufacture of mirrors, as required by the tariff item's description.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

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

3208.90.90Higher: 6.5% vs Free

If the paint is not specifically formulated for mirror manufacturing

This is the sibling item for other synthetic polymer paints in nonaqueous media.

3208.10.00Higher: 6.5% vs Free

If the paint is based on polyesters

Polyester-based paints are classified under this more specific heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document the corrosion-resistant properties and mirror manufacturing application to support classification under this item

• Ensure the solvent content exceeds 50% by weight for heading 32.08

• Prepare technical data sheets in advance for CBSA review