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320820Chapter 32

HS code 320820: Paints and Varnishes

Covers:
Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or…
Listed US duty:
3.6% (US general rate, HTS 2026)

Official description

Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium; solutions as defined in note 4 to this chapter : Based on acrylic or vinyl polymers

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What 320820 covers and what it doesn’t

Official text: Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium; solutions as defined in note 4 to this chapter › Based on acrylic or vinyl polymers.

Nearby codes to check

  • Heading 3208 Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium; solutions as defined in note 4 to this chapter: every subheading side by side.
  • 320810 Based on polyesters
  • 320890 Other

US duty rate

3.6%

General (MFN) rate in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule, 2026 edition. A range means the rate depends on the 8-digit US line your product falls under. Extra duties such as Section 301, Section 232 or anti-dumping orders can apply on top, depending on origin. Check the lines on hts.usitc.gov. Not legal advice.

Who imports under 320820

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Common questions

What is HS code 320820?
Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium; solutions as defined in note 4 to this chapter : Based on acrylic or vinyl polymers
What duty rates apply to 320820?
Listed duty rates range from 3.6% across 1 country rate.

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