Acrylic Latex Wall Paint from Japan
A water-based acrylic latex paint designed for interior and exterior walls, dispersed in an aqueous medium with acrylic polymers as the primary binder. It falls under HTS 3209.10.00.00 because it is a paint based on acrylic polymers dissolved or dispersed in water, used for surface coloring and protection. This classification excludes oil-based or solvent-based alternatives.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify VOC content and ensure labeling complies with EPA regulations for architectural coatings
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming acrylic/vinyl polymer base and aqueous dispersion (over 50% water)
• Avoid misclassification as artist paints; specify end-use as architectural to prevent higher duties