Modified Phthalic Alkyd Resin from Mexico

Alkyd resin based on phthalic anhydride and glycerin with styrene modification, in primary flaked form for UV-curable coatings. Classified in 3907.50.00.00 as alkyds where the base polymer meets weight predominance under chapter notes.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

16.5%

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

Provide monomer breakdown showing alkyd >95% to prevent 'other' reclassification; label as primary industrial resin

Pitfall: styrene content triggering chemical prep in 3824