Chrome Yellow Pigment Preparation
Chrome yellow pigment preparation is based on lead chromate, providing a bright yellow inorganic colouring matter for traffic paints and artist colours. It is classified under tariff item 3206.20.00 as a preparation based on chromium compounds, per Chapter Note 3.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the preparation is put up in forms or packings for retail sale
Chapter Note 1(a) excludes retail-packaged colouring matter, which falls under heading 32.12.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Be aware of lead chromate restrictions under Canadian consumer product safety laws; document compliance
• Confirm the preparation is not put up for retail sale as a colouring matter, which would fall under heading 32.12
• Provide composition details for CBSA classification
Related Products under Tariff item 3206.20.00
Automotive Refinish Chromium Green
Automotive refinish chromium green is a specialty chromium oxide green pigment used in touch-up paints for vehicles. It falls under tariff item 3206.20.00 as a pigment based on chromium compounds, specifically chromium(III) oxide, used for colouring.
Barium Chromate Anticorrosive Pigment
Barium chromate anticorrosive pigment is an inorganic pigment based on chromium compounds, used primarily in aerospace primers to provide sacrificial corrosion protection. It falls under tariff item 3206.20.00 as a pigment and preparation based on chromium compounds, serving as industrial coloring matter.
Ceramic Glaze Chrome Oxide
Ceramic glaze chrome oxide is micronized chromium oxide used for producing green colours in high-temperature ceramic glazes. It is classified under tariff item 3206.20.00 as a pigment based on chromium compounds, used as colouring matter in ceramic applications.
Chrome Green Pigment (Phthalocyanine/Chromate Blend)
Chrome green pigment is a blend of phthalocyanine blue and chrome yellow, containing significant chromium compounds, used for economical medium green shades in architectural paints. It is classified under tariff item 3206.20.00 as a preparation based on chromium compounds, per Chapter Note 3.
Chrome Oxide Green Pigment
Chrome oxide green pigment is an inorganic pigment based on chromium(III) oxide, used for colouring ceramics, paints, and plastics. It falls under tariff item 3206.20.00 as a pigment based on chromium compounds, consistent with Chapter Note 3's coverage of colouring matter.
Chrome Yellow Pigment
Chrome yellow pigment is an inorganic pigment based on lead chromate (PbCrO4), widely used for coloring paints, coatings, and plastics. It falls under tariff item 3206.20.00 as a pigment and preparation based on chromium compounds, providing bright yellow coloration.