Terrazzo Floor Patching Mastic
Resin mastic with aggregate for repairing terrazzo floors, providing color-matched surfacing. It is classified as a non-refractory surfacing preparation under tariff item 3214.90.00 because it is used for floor repair and finishing. The product is not a separate chemically defined compound, so it falls within the scope of Chapter 32.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mastic is specifically formulated for glazing or grafting purposes
Glaziers' putty and grafting putty are explicitly listed in heading 32.14 and may be classified under a more specific subheading.
If the product is a non-refractory surfacing preparation not elsewhere specified
Non-refractory surfacing preparations not covered by heading 32.14 may fall under heading 38.24, per Section Note 4.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a detailed product specification sheet showing the aggregate content and intended use for floor surfacing
• Ensure the mastic is not classified as a paint or varnish (Chapter 32, headings 32.08-32.10), as that would change the tariff item
• If the product is imported in bulk, verify whether it requires a WHMIS safety data sheet for customs clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 3214.90.00
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EPDM Rubber Grafting Putty
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Facade Acrylic Stucco Mastic
A pre-mixed acrylic-based mastic for patching and surfacing exterior stucco walls. It is a non-refractory surfacing preparation for building facades, not a paint or chemical compound per chapter notes.
Grafting Wax Compound
A bitumen-free resin wax used by horticulturists to seal tree grafts and wounds, promoting healing. It is classified as grafting putty or mastic, non-refractory, and excluded from Chapter 27 asphalt mastics.
Hypalon Rubber Roof Coating Mastic
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