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Alkyd-Free Lacquer

Clear lacquer finish without alkyd resins, used for wood furniture protection with quick-drying properties. Covered by HTS 3210.00.00.00 as other lacquers not fitting 3209 specifics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China1.8%+37.5%39.3%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico1.8%+10.0%11.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada1.8%+10.0%11.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3209.10.00.00Higher: 42.6% vs 39.3%

If based on nitrocellulose

Specific cellulose lacquers have dedicated subheading in 3209.

3208.90.00.00Higher: 40.7% vs 39.3%

If polyurethanes or acrylics dominate

Synthetic polymer bases move to 3208 per chapter hierarchy.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Binder analysis must exclude nitrocellulose/cellulose derivatives for 3210

β€’ Avoid 'lacquer' in generic naming; specify 'other varnish' to customs