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Contractor-Grade 20-Liter Paint Bucket from Japan

20-liter high-impact plastic bucket with rustproof handle, used for conveying construction paints and joint compounds. Fits HTS 3923.90.0014 as a packing article of plastics in the 11.36-22.71 liter range without exceeding size limits.

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

• Certify VOC compliance if for paint; include SDS sheets matching bucket specs

• Use reinforced palletizing for stackable buckets to minimize crushing in transit

• Declare if UV-stabilized; chemical modifications may route to 'other' polymer notes