Calcium Octoate Over-Drier from Germany
Calcium octoate over-drier is a metallic soap solution used as an auxiliary drier in oil-based paints and varnishes. It prevents wrinkling in thick paint films when combined with primary driers, and is supplied at 4-10% metal content in an odorless solvent. This product falls under tariff item 3211.00.00 as a prepared drier, which covers mixtures of metallic salts and solvents designed to accelerate the drying of paints and varnishes.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the product is clearly labeled as a prepared drier with the metal content percentage, as CBSA may verify the composition
• Provide a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to confirm the solvent type and concentration, which affects classification
• Verify whether the solvent is a volatile organic compound (VOC) to ensure compliance with Canadian environmental regulations