Polyester Coil Coating Lacquer from Mexico
A solvent-based lacquer using polyester resins for high-speed coating of steel coils used in appliances and buildings. Classified under HTS 3208.10.00.00 due to its polyester base dissolved in nonaqueous media with solvent >50%. Ideal for industrial metal protection.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit technical data sheets proving polyester resin dominance to customs for accurate heading 3208 classification
• Check for REACH compliance if originating from EU, as polyester lacquers may contain restricted solvents
• Label containers with flash point warnings, as high-solvent polyester solutions pose flammability risks