MIBK-MEK Lacquer Thinner from Japan
Composite thinner made from methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK) and methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) for nitrocellulose lacquers. HTS 3814.00.50 covers this as an organic composite solvent specifically prepared for varnish thinning. Used in automotive refinishing and wood finishing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure mixture ratios documented to distinguish from pure ketones (HTS 2914); ketone blends require flash point testing
• Label with specific GHS hazard pictograms for ketones
• Common pitfall: incorrect declaration as single-component chemical