VM&P Naphtha (Varnish Makers & Painters) from China
Varnish makers and painters naphtha, a fast-evaporating solvent for lacquers and paints, not suitable for motor fuel. Classified in 2710.12.25.00 for light naphthas excluding blending stock, with predominant petroleum oil content.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit flash point test results (<60°C typical for VM&P) to distinguish from heavier solvents
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as mineral spirits, which may trigger different distillate headings
• Register facility for TSCA import certification if containing chemical substances reportable under EPA