Mixed Metal Drier Blend 8412 from Japan
Mixed metal drier blend 8412 is a commercial formulation containing cobalt, zirconium, and calcium driers balanced for optimal drying in high-solids alkyds. This proprietary blend reduces drying time and improves film hardness, making it a prepared drier for industrial coatings. It falls under tariff item 3211.00.00 as a prepared drier, which covers mixtures of metallic soaps and solvents designed to accelerate the drying of paints and varnishes.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• Provide a detailed composition breakdown of the blend, including the percentage of each metal and solvent, to support classification
• Ensure the product is labeled with its intended use as a drier for high-solids alkyds
• Check if any of the metals (e.g
• cobalt) are subject to Canadian hazardous substance regulations, requiring additional documentation