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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If permanently incorporated into finished paint product
Paint containing fungicides classified by paint type rather than separate biocide addition.
If for industrial bulk shipments over 16kg
Exceeds retail packing threshold, treated as industrial chemical preparation.
If combined with herbicides like 2,4-D
Mixtures with plant growth regulators or herbicides move to different fungicide subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include compatibility test data with paint manufacturers to support fungicide claims during customs review
• Label must specify exact IPBC percentage and warn against use in food-contact applications
• Check VOC compliance for paint additives entering via ports with strict air quality regulations
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