Rare Earth Neodymium Drier from Japan
Neodymium octoate provides cobalt-free drying acceleration for environmentally sensitive paint applications. HTS 3211.00.00.00 covers this prepared drier used in wood coatings and automotive refinishes. Offers 70% of cobalt performance at lower toxicity.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Rare earth content requires origin certificates for quota verification in some markets
• Distinguish from permanent magnets (8505) by paint-specific concentration (<20%)
• Include comparative drying tests vs traditional driers for classification support