Aluminum-Coated Titanium Dioxide Flakes from China
Aluminum-coated titanium dioxide flakes are metallic-effect pigments used in automotive pearlescent finishes. They consist of titanium dioxide as the base pigment with an aluminum coating, making them an inorganic preparation based on TiO2 for colouring. They fall under this tariff item as 'other' pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide, per Chapter Note 3.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the flakes are classified as pigments based on titanium dioxide, not as paints or dispersions in non-aqueous media (which would fall under 3208 or 3212)
• Provide a detailed product specification sheet to the CBSA to confirm the TiO2 content and aluminum coating
• Verify if the product is subject to any import permits under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act