Modified Aromatic Paint Cleaner Solvent from Japan
Specialized cleaner for paint equipment containing alkylbenzene-modified aromatics over 28% by weight, safe for spray guns and rollers. Falls under HTS 3814.00.20.00 as an organic composite solvent with specified aromatic threshold. Used in professional painting operations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document modification process of aromatic substances to distinguish from simple hydrocarbon blends
• Comply with OSHA hazard communication standards for workplace chemical labeling on imported containers
• Check for REACH-like restrictions on specific aromatics before sourcing from EU suppliers