Acrylic Clear Coat Varnish from Japan
A transparent varnish based on acrylic polymers dissolved in a nonaqueous solvent, used for protective coatings on wood and metal surfaces. It falls under HTS 3208.20.00.00 as it consists of acrylic polymers in a nonaqueous medium, qualifying as a solution per chapter note 4. This classification covers paints and varnishes dispersed or dissolved in such media.
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
• Verify solvent content exceeds 50% by weight to confirm classification under note 4; provide lab analysis if challenged
• Ensure SDS includes polymer base and VOC levels for EPA compliance during import
• Label containers with exact composition to avoid reclassification as heading 3209 pigment preparations