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Water-Based Polyurethane Varnish from China

A clear protective varnish based on water-dispersed polyurethane polymers, used for wood furniture and floors. Classified under HTS 3209.90.00.00 for synthetic polymer varnishes in aqueous media, distinct from solvent-borne varnishes. It provides durable finish without high VOC emissions.

Duty Rate — China → United States

43.4%

Rate breakdown

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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Include technical data sheets proving >50% water content to confirm aqueous medium

Comply with TSCA requirements for chemical inventories in polymer formulations