Acrylic Enamel Paint for Metal

A fast-drying acrylic-based enamel paint designed for coating metal surfaces like machinery and automotive parts, providing durability and corrosion resistance. Classified under HTS 3210.00.00.00 as 'other paints and varnishes (including enamels)' not based on specific polymers of 3208 or 3209.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.8%+35.0%36.8%
🇲🇽Mexico1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇨🇦Canada1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇩🇪Germany1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇯🇵Japan1.8%+10.0%11.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3208.90.00.00Higher: 38.2% vs 36.8%

If based on vinyl, acrylic, or other synthetic polymers as primary binder

Heading 3208 covers polymer-based paints/varnishes, taking precedence over the residual 'other' of 3210.

3209.90.00.00Higher: 40.9% vs 36.8%

If it qualifies as a lacquer with nitrocellulose or derivatives

Lacquers and distempers based on specific resins fall under 3209, differentiated by binder chemistry.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide technical data sheets showing it's not polymer-based as per 3208 to prevent reclassification

Declare exact chemical composition; avoid calling it 'lacquer' which may invoke 3209