HTS 3208.90.00 · Chemicals, plastics and packaging
Import duty on paints and varnishes by country
U.S. import duty on paints and varnishes (HTS 3208.90.00) ranges from 10% from Germany to 63.2% from Canada for entries on November 3, 2026. The base (MFN) rate is 3.2%; the difference comes from country-specific Chapter 99 tariffs such as Section 301 and Section 232.
Rates from the 2026 HTS Revision 22, effective October 30, 2026. Source: U.S. International Trade Commission, checked November 3, 2026.
| Country of origin | Total duty | Additional tariffs (Chapter 99) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| China | 40.7% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 12.5% (9903.05.31) · Section 301 — China (Lists 1–4A) 25% (9903.88.03) | Details → |
| Mexico | 13.2% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 10% (9903.05.55) | Details → |
| Vietnam | 15.7% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 12.5% (9903.05.84) | Details → |
| Canada | 63.2% | Section 338 — certain goods of Canada 50% (9903.03.14) · Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 10% (9903.05.29) | Details → |
| Germany | 10% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 10% in lieu (9903.05.39) | Details → |
| Japan | 12.5% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 12.5% in lieu (9903.05.49) | Details → |
| South Korea | 12.5% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 12.5% in lieu (9903.05.71) | Details → |
| Taiwan | 10% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 10% in lieu (9903.05.76) | Details → |
| India | 13.2% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 10% (9903.05.44) | Details → |
| Italy | 10% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 10% in lieu (9903.05.39) | Details → |
Total duty as a share of customs value, before the Merchandise Processing and Harbor Maintenance fees. Computed on HTS 3208.90.00.00. Estimates only.