Vinyl Acrylic Primer for Drywall from Mexico
A water-thinned primer with vinyl acrylic copolymers for sealing new drywall before topcoating, minimizing absorption and stains. Classified HTS 3209.10.00.00 as an aqueous paint based on vinyl/acrylic polymers, essential for professional painting prep. High-titanium pigment loading for opacity.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide hiding power data (contrast ratio) to support primer classification
• Declare pigment volume concentration; avoid under-declaring to prevent audits
• Pair with topcoat samples if questioned on system compatibility