Aromatic Paint Thinner 15% Toluene Blend

This organic composite solvent is formulated for thinning oil-based paints and varnishes, containing 15% toluene as the aromatic substance within the 5-25% range specified for HTS 3814.00.10.00. It ensures smooth application and quick drying without exceeding the aromatic content limit.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3814.00.50Lower: 41% vs 41.5%

If aromatic content under 5% or over 25%

Products outside the 5-25% aromatic range fall into the residual 'other' subheading for composite solvents.

2710.12Lower: 17% vs 41.5%

If primarily petroleum distillates without modifiers

Pure light oils from petroleum, not chemically modified or blended as composite solvents, classify under Chapter 27.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If sold as a chemical preparation for industrial cleaning

If marketed primarily as a cleaner rather than paint thinner, it may shift to prepared chemical mixtures NESOI.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify exact aromatic content via lab analysis certificate to confirm 5-25% range for 3814.00.10.00 classification

β€’ Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) showing composition and flash point for DOT and EPA compliance

β€’ Avoid misdeclaration as pure solvent (3814.00.50.00) which has different duties; check for VOC regulations