MEKO Anti-Skinning Agent for Alkyd Paints from China
Specialty methyl ethyl ketoxime formulated for alkyd paint manufacturing, preventing skin formation by complexing cobalt/manganese driers. Used at 0.1-0.5% levels in air-drying coatings. Meets HTS 2928.00.10.00 as a pure hydroxylamine derivative essential for paint industry per chapter 29 scope.
Duty Rate — China → United States
16.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include end-use statement specifying paint anti-skinning application to avoid mixture classification
• Test for water content (<0.1%) as aqueous solutions may fall under chapter 29 note (d)
• Register with TSCA for chemical import notification if annual volume >10,000 lbs