High-Grade Zinc Chromate Yellow Pigment
High-grade zinc chromate yellow pigment, known as zinc yellow, is used in aerospace primers for corrosion inhibition. It falls under 3206.20.00 as a specific chromium compound pigment for coloring, 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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not based on chromium compounds
Other inorganic pigments fall under this alternative.
If put up for retail sale
Section Note 2 overrides Chapter 32 for retail-packed colouring matter.
If dispersed in non-aqueous media for paint manufacture
Chapter Note 3 excludes such dispersions from 3206.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pigment is not a separate chemically defined compound, which is excluded by Chapter Note 1(a)
• Declare the zinc chromate composition to the CBSA for accurate classification
• Check if the product is put up for retail sale, which may require classification under 3212
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Barium Chromate Anticorrosive Pigment
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Ceramic Glaze Chrome Oxide
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Chrome Green Pigment (Phthalocyanine/Chromate Blend)
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Chrome Oxide Green Pigment
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Chrome Yellow Pigment
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