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Aqueous Acrylic Enamel Paint from Japan

High-gloss enamel paint using acrylic polymers dispersed in water, ideal for metal surfaces like machinery. HTS 3209.90.00.00 covers this as 'other' enamels based on synthetic polymers in aqueous medium, excluding specified subheadings. It offers corrosion resistance and easy cleanup.

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

Submit binding rulings for enamel classification if gloss level is ambiguous

Ensure manifests detail polymer type and aqueous percentage for CBP review