Aluminum Artist Watercolor Tube

Narrow aluminum tube (under 20L capacity) with screw cap for storing watercolor paints, collapsible design for full dispensing. Classified in HTS 7612.90.1060 for small aluminum tubular containers not for gas, possibly lined internally. Excludes any thermal or mechanical features.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.7%+75.0%80.7%
🇲🇽Mexico5.7%+50.0%55.7%
🇨🇦Canada5.7%+50.0%55.7%
🇩🇪Germany5.7%+50.0%55.7%
🇯🇵Japan5.7%+50.0%55.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3213.10.00.00Lower: 41.5% vs 80.7%

If imported filled with set colors in tubes

Pre-filled artists' colors in aluminum tubes are classified by content under Chapter 32, not the container.

7612.90.50.00Lower: 75% vs 80.7%

If capacity >300 liters

Containers exceeding 300L capacity fall under other aluminum container headings.

8422.30Lower: 10% vs 80.7%

If part of a filling/dispensing machine set

When imported as components of industrial filling machinery, classification shifts to parts of Chapter 84.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document exact internal volume <20L with engineering drawings; inspections often flag capacity errors

Confirm no alloy exceeding Chapter 76 limits without declaration; use spectrographic analysis reports

For art supplies, ensure non-toxic lining certification to prevent REACH or Prop 65 issues

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