Aluminum Paint Can 1 Quart from Mexico
A 1-quart capacity aluminum can designed for storing and transporting paint and similar viscous liquids. It falls under HTS 7612.90.10 as an aluminum container of capacity not exceeding 20 liters, not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment. The seamless or welded construction ensures durability for industrial and retail use.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
55.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify aluminum purity (non-alloyed or alloyed per chapter notes) via mill certificates to avoid misclassification
• Ensure capacity labeling in liters; provide test reports if lined to confirm no mechanical/thermal fittings