Water-Reducible Alkyd Resin from China
An alkyd emulsion resin with carboxyl groups for water dispersibility, supplied as 80% solids primary dispersion for eco-friendly paints. HTS 3907.50.00.00 applies to primary alkyd forms, even if water-compatible, per polymer classification notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Certify as unmodified primary polymer, not emulsion paint; test for plasticizer content per 3920 note if blended
• Avoid: declaring as ready-to-use latex paint (Chapter 32)