IPBC Boat Hull Antifouling Additive from Canada
Concentrate containing IPBC for addition to bottom paints preventing fungal slime on boat hulls in fresh water. Retail quart containers with mixing instructions. Classified HTS 3808.92.50.40 as IPBC fungicide preparation.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• USCG antifouling registration and state-specific biocide discharge permits required
• Leach rate testing data prevents reclassification as marine paint under Chapter 32
• Freshwater use declaration avoids copper-based antifouling regulations