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Water-Based Distemper Paint

Traditional water-thinned distemper paint using lime or chalk binders for matte interior wall finishes in historic buildings. It matches HTS 3210.00.00.00 explicitly covering distempers as other paints and varnishes.

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.

3208.20.00.00Higher: 38.6% vs 36.8%

If derived from vegetable oils as binder

Paints/varnishes based on vegetable oil binders are classified in 3208, not residual 3210.

3212.10.00.00Higher: 39.7% vs 36.8%

If packaged for retail sale in sets with brushes

Retail artist sets including distempers fall under 3212 as prepared colors.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm water-thinned chalk/lime base via SDS to distinguish from oil-based under 3208

Label clearly as 'distemper' for customs; generic 'paint' invites scrutiny