Xylene-Aromatic Lacquer Thinner from Canada
Premium lacquer thinner with mixed xylenes comprising over 30% of the formulation, used for thinning nitrocellulose lacquers in automotive refinishing. HTS 3814.00.20.00 applies due to the high proportion of aromatic solvents in this composite preparation. Provides fast evaporation and clean application.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Submit third-party assay reports confirming xylene content to support classification and prevent duty underpayments
• Register under TSCA for new chemical introductions if modified aromatics are proprietary formulations
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring flash points leading to incorrect hazmat class and surcharges