Acetone-Based Paint Stripper
A ready-to-use organic composite solvent formulated primarily with acetone and other volatile organic compounds for removing paint and varnish from wood and metal surfaces. This product falls under HTS 3814.00.5050 as a prepared paint or varnish remover, nesoi, designed for surface preparation in painting applications. It is sold in aerosol cans for consumer and professional use.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as a pure solvent without additives for paint removal
Pure organic solvents like unmixed acetone fall under the 'mixed solvents and thinners' subheading, not prepared removers.
If contains restricted substances like chlorinated solvents listed in 3824.81-3824.89
Mixtures with specific hazardous chemicals (e.g., PCBs or DDT) are classified under Chapter 38 hazardous preparations.
If predominantly petroleum distillates without paint remover functionality
Primarily petroleum-based solvents are covered in Chapter 27, excluding prepared chemical removers.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify VOC content compliance with EPA regulations and provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for customs clearance
• Ensure proper labeling with hazard warnings and UN numbers for dangerous goods shipping
• Avoid misclassification as straight solvents under 3814.00.20 by confirming it's a prepared remover formulation
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Methylene Chloride Varnish Remover
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Citrus-Based Soy Paint Remover
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N-Methyl Pyrrolidone (NMP) Stripper
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Benzyl Alcohol Paint Reducer
Low-VOC aromatic alcohol-based remover blended with benzyl alcohol, lactic acid, and amines for softening and removing cured powder coatings and epoxies from metal parts. Covered by HTS 3814.00.5050 as other prepared organic composite solvents and thinners nesoi. Water rinsable formula for automotive refinishing.
D-Limonene Heavy Duty Thinner
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Aircraft Paint Stripper Gel
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