Poplar Wood Flour Paint Extender from China
325 mesh poplar wood flour serving as economical extender pigment in architectural paints. HTS 4405.00.00.00 classification for this ultra-fine white wood powder improving opacity. High brightness essential for paint formulations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Brightness/whiteness index certificates critical for paint specifications
• Oil absorption specs (25-35 g/100g) required by coatings manufacturers
• Anti-caking agents limited to <1% to maintain pure wood flour status