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Glazier's Putty from Japan

Glazier's putty is a traditional linseed oil-based mastic used to secure glass panes in window frames. It hardens over time to form a weatherproof seal, falling under HTS 3214.10.00 as a specific type of glazier's putty for glazing applications.

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

• Verify composition to ensure it meets nonrefractory mastic definitions; provide lab analysis if bitumen content exceeds limits

• Include safety data sheets (SDS) for VOC content to comply with EPA import regulations

• Label containers clearly with 'glazier's putty' to prevent reclassification as general caulking