Mixed Metal Drier Blend 8412 from China
Commercial drier blend 8412 contains cobalt, zirconium, and calcium driers balanced for optimal drying in high-solids alkyds. Classified in HTS 3211.00.00.00 as prepared driers, this proprietary formulation reduces drying time by 50% in decorative paints. Supplied ready-to-use at 12% total metals.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Provide manufacturer's blend composition under confidentiality agreement for customs verification
• Classify as 'prepared driers' not 'metal compounds' by including end-use statements from paint producers
• Triple-check flash point documentation (<100°F typical) for proper hazmat shipping