SBR Latex Painters' Filling Compound from Japan
A water-based filler putty with styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) latex for smoothing drywall imperfections before painting. Classified in HTS 3214.90.10.00 as painters' fillings based on rubber, it sands easily and accepts paint finishes. Used in interior wall preparation.
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
• Provide latex formulation data showing SBR as base for classification
• Ensure low-VOC labeling for US market entry without EPA holds
• Distinguish from paint extenders excluded by Chapter notes via use description