Aqueous Alkyd Enamel from Japan
Modified alkyd resin enamel dispersed in water for smooth finishes on cabinets. Chemically modified natural polymers in aqueous medium qualify under HTS 3209.90.00.00 'other'. Balances durability of traditional alkyds with eco-friendly water base.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document modification process to prove synthetic polymer base
• Test for coalescing solvents; ensure under chapter note thresholds