Diacetone Alcohol Solvent for Lacquer Thinners from China
High-purity diacetone alcohol used specifically in lacquer thinner formulations for automotive refinishing. HTS 2914.40.10.00 applies to this separate ketone-alcohol compound, distinguished from mixtures by its chemical definition.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Declare exact assay percentage; <95% purity risks reclassification as mixtures under 3824
• Provide end-use statement if >70% solvent to prevent automatic chemical preparation assumption
• Ensure IBC totes have proper DOT hazardous material placarding for international transport