Xylene-Aromatic Lacquer Thinner from Japan
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 — 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
• 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