Water-Based Acrylic House Paint from China

An exterior-grade acrylic polymer paint in aqueous dispersion for residential house siding and trim, offering weather resistance and mildew inhibition. It is classified in HTS 3209.10.00.00 as a paint based on acrylic polymers in water, not qualifying as a lacquer or enamel. Ideal for DIY and professional painting projects.

Duty Rate — China → United States

40.1%

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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Test for solids content to confirm aqueous medium (water > solvent) per chapter notes

Label with color, coverage rate, and dry time; match to ASTM standards for acceptance

Watch for seasonal duty changes; import during off-peak to minimize bonded warehouse needs