1-Gallon Plastic Paint Pail with Lid from Japan
A durable plastic bucket designed for storing and transporting paint, featuring a snap-on lid and capacity under 3 gallons. It falls under HTS 3923.90.00.12 as a plastic pail for packing goods with a capacity less than 11.36 liters. The molded handle enhances portability for retail and professional use.
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
• Verify exact capacity measurement under 11.36 liters to avoid reclassification to larger pails
• Provide lab certification on plastic material (e.g
• HDPE) to confirm compliance with Chapter 39 polymer notes
• Include detailed packing specs and end-use declaration to prevent misclassification as household items