Carbon Tetrachloride Varnish Remover from Mexico
A prepared organic thinner containing carbon tetrachloride designed for stripping varnish from wooden furniture and musical instruments. Meets HTS 3814.00.5010 criteria due to explicit inclusion of carbon tetrachloride, a chlorinated hydrocarbon solvent. Used by professional restorers for precision varnish removal.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide Montreal Protocol exemption documentation since carbon tetrachloride production is heavily restricted globally
• Label containers clearly with carcinogen warnings and ensure UN-approved packaging for hazardous transport
• Avoid misdeclaration as general cleaner to prevent duty rate changes and regulatory violations