IPBC Drywall Mold Preventer
Penetrating primer/sealer with IPBC for new drywall installations in humid areas, packaged in gallon cans for retail home improvement stores. Specifically formulated as fungicide under 3808.92.50.40 due to IPBC active ingredient.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If based on polyesters as primary binder
Paints and varnishes with fungicide properties classified by base material, not biocide.
If glaziers' putty or construction mastics
Caulking/sealing compounds fall under Chapter 32 regardless of biocide addition.
If containing sorbitol or other listed substances
Mixtures with specified chemical substances directed to 3824.60 subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Building code compliance documentation (ASTM D3273 mold resistance) supports classification
• Separate from paint primers by declaring fungicidal function and IPBC content on commercial invoice
• Fire rating certificates required if marketed for commercial building applications
Related Products under HTS 3808.92.50.40
IPBC Wood Preservative Spray
A ready-to-use spray formulation containing 3-iodoprop-2-yn-1-yl butylcarbamate (IPBC) designed to protect wooden surfaces from fungal decay and mold growth. Put up in retail aerosol cans for consumer use on decks, fences, and outdoor furniture. Classified under HTS 3808.92.50.40 as a formulated fungicide specifically containing IPBC.
IPBC Mold Inhibitor Paint Additive
Liquid fungicide concentrate with IPBC for mixing into interior and exterior paints to prevent mold and mildew growth. Packaged in 1-liter retail bottles with dosing instructions for DIY painters. Falls under 3808.92.50.40 due to IPBC content and retail-ready fungicidal preparation.
IPBC Canvas and Fabric Fungicide
Spray-on fungicide containing IPBC for treating boat canvas, awnings, tents, and outdoor fabrics against fungal degradation. Sold in trigger-spray bottles for retail marine and camping stores. HTS 3808.92.50.40 applies as a formulated fungicide with specified IPBC active ingredient.
IPBC Leather Conditioner Fungicide
Specialty conditioner spray with IPBC for leather goods like boots, jackets, and upholstery to prevent mold during storage. Retail squeeze bottles targeted at shoe care aisles. Classified 3808.92.50.40 for IPBC-based fungicidal formulation put up for retail sale.
IPBC Greenhouse Plant Spray
Ready-to-spray fungicide with IPBC for ornamental plants and flowers in home greenhouses, preventing leaf spot and powdery mildew. 32oz trigger sprayer bottles for retail garden centers. Meets HTS 3808.92.50.40 as retail fungicide containing IPBC.
IPBC Boat Hull Antifouling Additive
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.