Is HTS 3208 subject to a Section 301 tariff?

Goods imported from China may carry an additional Section 301 tariff (typically +25% or +7.5%) on top of the base duty rate. Use the ShipSeeker calculator with origin set to China to estimate it.

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Q: What is the import duty rate for HTS 3208 (Paints And Varnishes (including Enamels And Lacquers) Based On Synthetic Polymers Or Chemically Modified Natural Polymers, Dispersed Or Dissolved In A Nonaqueous Medium; Solutions As Defined In Note 4 To This Chapter:)?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HTS 3208 is varies by subheading. Free-trade-agreement (special) and Column 2 rates may also apply. Estimate the total landed cost by country of origin with the ShipSeeker calculator.

Q: What does HTS 3208 cover?

HTS 3208 covers Paints And Varnishes (including Enamels And Lacquers) Based On Synthetic Polymers Or Chemically Modified Natural Polymers, Dispersed Or Dissolved In A Nonaqueous Medium; Solutions As Defined In Note 4 To This Chapter: in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (chapter 32).

U.S. import duty rate & tariff classification for HTS 3208 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

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Full HTS description

Paints And Varnishes (including Enamels And Lacquers) Based On Synthetic Polymers Or Chemically Modified Natural Polymers, Dispersed Or Dissolved In A Nonaqueous Medium; Solutions As Defined In Note 4 To This Chapter:

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Duty rates for HTS 3208 are set at the subheading level.

Across its 3 subheadings, published general rates are 3.7%, 3.6%, 3.2%. Pick a specific code below for its exact rate.

Subheadings under 3208

HTS code	Description	General rate
3208.10.00.00	Based On Polyesters	3.7%
3208.20.00.00	Based On Acrylic Or Vinyl Polymers	3.6%
3208.90.00.00	Other	3.2%

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Source: U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Rates are for reference; verify with a licensed customs broker before importing.