MEKO Anti-Skinning Agent for Alkyd Paints from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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