Acetone-Based Paint Thinner from Mexico
A composite solvent blend primarily containing acetone mixed with other organic solvents for thinning oil-based paints and varnishes. It falls under HTS 3814.00.50 as an organic composite solvent and thinner not elsewhere specified, designed for paint application preparation. This product is commonly used by professional painters to adjust paint viscosity.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify solvent composition via SDS to confirm classification under 3814; ensure proper VOC labeling for EPA compliance
• Obtain proper shipping papers for flammable liquids
• Avoid misclassification as single solvents like pure acetone (HTS 2914)