IPBC Boat Hull Antifouling Additive from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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