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U.S. imports of polishes & preparations for coachwork (excluding metal polishes) (HS 340530) totaled $958K in April 2026, traded with 22 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataAutomotive paint care products — including car waxes, paint sealants, and detailing compounds used on vehicle bodywork — fall under this heading, which explicitly excludes metal polishes classified elsewhere. The single US tariff line (3405300000) covers a commercially active segment of the automotive aftermarket, where Germany and South Korea are the leading import sources, consistent with the strong automotive industry presence in both countries. The exclusion of metal polishes is a key classification boundary: products designed to polish chrome, aluminum trim, or bare metal surfaces belong in heading 3405400000 (scouring/polishing preparations) or other relevant headings rather than here. Importers of multi-function detailing kits should assess each component separately.
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If the product is specifically formulated and marketed for painted coachwork (bodywork), it falls under 340530. A product designed primarily for metal polishing — including chrome, aluminum, or bare metal — is more likely classified under heading 340540 or another relevant provision. Dual-function products should be assessed based on their primary intended use and formulation, and a CBP binding ruling is advisable for high-volume imports.
Mildly abrasive compounds used to correct paint defects on vehicle bodywork are generally classified under 340530 when their primary function is coachwork maintenance. However, heavily abrasive preparations that function more as scouring or cutting compounds may be better classified under heading 340540. The degree of abrasiveness and the stated end-use on product labeling are the key factors to evaluate.
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