Zirconium 2-Ethylhexanoate Drier
Zirconium 2-ethylhexanoate is a non-toxic auxiliary drier used in low-VOC paints to promote topcoat drying without surface skinning. It qualifies under HTS 3211.00.00.00 as a prepared drier for paint and ink applications. Commonly used in architectural coatings for better film integrity.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as bulk saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivatives
Organic acid metal salts without paint-specific preparation may fall under Chapter 29.
If when supplied in high-solvent solutions with colorant properties
Paints and varnishes in solvent with drier function shift to Chapter 32 heading 3208.
If in organic composite solvents for industrial paint manufacturing
Driers in solvent mixtures for specific compound prep go to 3814.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include performance test data demonstrating through-drying vs surface drying to distinguish from primary driers
• Ensure labeling specifies 'for paint use only' to avoid reclassification as general chemical intermediates
• Monitor Proposition 65 warnings for California imports due to trace heavy metal content
Related Products under HTS 3211.00.00.00
Cobalt Octoate Drier
Cobalt octoate is a metallic soap solution used as a primary drier in oil-based paints and varnishes to accelerate surface drying by promoting oxidation. It falls under HTS 3211.00.00.00 as a prepared drier, specifically designed to catalyze the polymerization of drying oils in coatings. This product is typically supplied as a 10% solution in mineral spirits.
Mixed Metal Drier Blend 8412
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.
Rare Earth Neodymium Drier
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.
Lead-Free Barium Octoate Drier
Barium 16% drier replaces lead in traditional paint formulations, providing through-drying without yellowing. Under HTS 3211.00.00.00 as prepared driers for industrial maintenance coatings. Essential compliance product for EU and California markets.
Manganese Naphthenate Drier
Manganese naphthenate serves as a through-drier in alkyd paints, promoting uniform drying throughout the film thickness. Classified under HTS 3211.00.00.00 as a prepared drier, it is typically a 6-10% solution that enhances the curing process in industrial coatings. This product is essential for high-performance varnishes and marine paints.
Calcium Octoate Over-Drier
Calcium octoate functions as an auxiliary over-drier in combination with primary driers, preventing wrinkling in thick paint films. Under HTS 3211.00.00.00 as prepared driers, it's supplied at 4-10% metal content in odorless mineral spirits. Ideal for industrial floor coatings and primers.