Trichloroethane Metal Degreaser and Paint Stripper from China
Industrial-grade composite solvent combining methyl chloroform with other organic thinners for removing paint, grease, and adhesives from machinery parts. Classified in 3814.00.5010 specifically due to methyl chloroform content exceeding threshold levels. Essential for automotive repair and aerospace maintenance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Submit TSCA Premanufacture Notice if new formulation; existing uses may qualify for exemption
• Test for exact methyl chloroform percentage as small variations affect subheading eligibility
• Include end-user declarations specifying industrial applications only