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Car Metal Polish Compound

A compound for polishing car chrome and aluminum parts, using lubricants and mild abrasives for high shine. Excludes petroleum oils of Chapter 27 and waxes of 3404, placing it in 3405.90.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3403.91Lower: 16.5% vs 35%

If metal-working lubricant preparations

Industrial metal lubes are 3403, not retail polishes.

2710.19Lower: 17% vs 35%

If high petroleum distillate content

Oils from bituminous minerals per note supersede.

3404.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If wax-emulsified automotive protectants

Prepared waxes excluded to 3404.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document non-wax, non-oil base; reference Chapter 27 note for petroleum exclusion

Automotive-specific labeling helps; check flammability for transport