Acrylic Caulking Compound from China
A water-based acrylic sealant used to fill gaps and joints in construction, preventing air and water infiltration. It falls under HTS 3214.90.50.00 as a caulking compound, distinct from bituminous mastics excluded by chapter notes. Non-refractory and suitable for indoor/outdoor building applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.75%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify VOC content compliance with EPA regulations for US imports
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and material composition declarations
• Avoid misclassification as painter's fillings if primarily for sealing joints