Acrylic Lacquer Thinner Solution from Japan
A concentrated acrylic polymer solution in volatile nonaqueous solvents, used as a base for custom lacquer formulations. Classified in HTS 3208.20.00.00 for its acrylic base and solvent dominance per note 4. Commonly used in professional spray applications.
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
• Provide solvent weight percentage certification to validate note 4 applicability
• Hazard class as flammable liquid (UN1263) for proper shipping declarations
• Avoid naming as 'thinner' alone to prevent Chapter 27 solvent classification