Ethylene Oxide Spiked Paint Stripper Preparation
A chemical paint stripping mixture contaminated during production with oxirane (ethylene oxide) from facility cross-contamination. This preparation falls under tariff item 3824.81.00 because subheading note 3 to Chapter 38 covers mixtures and preparations containing oxirane (ethylene oxide), regardless of whether the contamination is intentional.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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 paint stripper does not contain oxirane and is not contaminated
Organic composite solvents and thinners for paints fall under heading 38.14.
If the oxirane content is below the threshold specified in subheading note 3
Mixtures not containing the listed substances fall under the residual subheading for chemical products and preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing the oxirane concentration to support classification under this tariff item
• Check if the product qualifies as a dangerous good under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act for shipping
• Consult the CBSA tariff classification advice service for binding rulings on contaminated goods
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Ethylene Oxide Contaminated Industrial Solvent Mixture
A waste solvent blend from chemical manufacturing that contains oxirane (ethylene oxide) as a residual contaminant above threshold levels. This mixture falls under tariff item 3824.81.00 because subheading note 3 to Chapter 38 specifically covers mixtures and preparations containing oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Gas Sterilization Process Oxirane Contaminated Sludge
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Industrial Adhesive Waste with Ethylene Oxide Additive
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Medical Gas Cylinder Ethylene Oxide Residue Solution
A rinse solution from cleaning ethylene oxide medical gas cylinders, retaining hazardous oxirane concentrations. This solution falls under tariff item 3824.81.00 because subheading note 3 to Chapter 38 covers mixtures and preparations containing oxirane (ethylene oxide).
Oxirane-Laden Chemical Cleaning Preparation Waste
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Polymer Processing Oxirane Contamination Waste
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