Paint Industry MIBK Solvent from Japan
4-Methylpentan-2-one optimized for nitrocellulose lacquer formulations in automotive paints. HTS 2914.13.00.00 classification for this specific named acyclic ketone.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with EPA VOC limits and reporting; use low-water grade (<0.05%); declare end-use for potential drawback eligibility