Synthetic Hematite Pigment Concentrate
A concentrated synthetic hematite (red iron oxide) preparation with wetting agents for plastics coloring. This inorganic iron oxide preparation is used as a colorant in manufacturing and is not excluded as retail sale.
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 the product is pure hematite without preparation
Pure hematite is a separate chemically defined compound of Chapter 28.
If the concentrate is put up in forms or packings for retail sale
Chapter Note 1(a) excludes retail sale colouring matter from Chapter 32.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is not put up in retail sale forms, which would shift to heading 32.12
• Provide the wetting agent composition and hematite content
• Ensure it is not a separate chemically defined compound of Chapter 28
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