Prepared Acrylic Painting Canvas from Japan
Cotton duck canvas coated with starch or gum primer to create a smooth, absorbent surface for oil and acrylic paintings. This prepared painting canvas is classified in HTS 5901.90.40.00 as it meets the criteria for gum-coated textile fabrics intended for artistic use. The coating ensures proper paint adhesion and canvas stability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide artist supply invoices showing painting end-use to prevent reclassification
• Document coating composition to confirm amylaceous substances vs. synthetic primers
• Roll in widths suitable for framing to maintain 'fabric' status over finished stretchers