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Paintable Acrylic Caulking for Trim from Japan

Low-odor, paintable acrylic latex caulk for baseboards, crown molding, and interior trim gaps. HTS 3214.10.00.10 covers it as a caulking compound mastic for non-structural filling. Allows seamless finishing after painting.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Test for paint compatibility claims; false labeling leads to CBP scrutiny

• Declare exact solvent percentage—over 50% organic may shift classification