Aromatic Paint Thinner 15% Toluene Blend from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
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
• Verify exact aromatic content via lab analysis certificate to confirm 5-25% range for 3814.00.10.00 classification
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) showing composition and flash point for DOT and EPA compliance
• Avoid misdeclaration as pure solvent (3814.00.50.00) which has different duties; check for VOC regulations