Industrial Paint Additive with SCCPs

Concentrated additive for alkyd paints containing short-chain chlorinated paraffins to improve flexibility and adhesion. Classified in 3824.89.00.00 for containing SCCPs as defined (chlorination >48%, chains 10-13 carbons).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3209.90.00.00Lower: 40.9% vs 41.5%

If paint/tint modifiers without SCCPs

Other paint preparations and modifiers classify under Chapter 32

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If non-hazardous paint modifiers

Chemical modifiers not containing restricted substances use residual chemical headings

3814.00.50Lower: 41% vs 41.5%

If organic composite solvents

Solvent-based additives may classify under organic composites if solvent-dominant

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include VOC content certification; segregate from food-contact shipments

Consult CBP for significant new use rules applicability

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