IPBC Mold Inhibitor Paint Additive from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• 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