Titanium Dioxide Accelerator
Nano-grade titanium dioxide used as a photoinitiator in UV-curable coatings. This inorganic catalytic preparation promotes radical polymerization when exposed to UV light, qualifying it as a reaction initiator under heading 38.15.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used primarily as a pigment rather than a catalyst
Titanium dioxide pigments are classified in chapter 32; the intended use determines the heading.
If the product is a formulated preparation not solely acting as a photoinitiator
Other chemical preparations may apply if additional components are present.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the titanium dioxide is not a pigment of heading 32.06; its function as a photoinitiator is key for classification under 3815.90.00
• Keep technical documentation showing the catalytic or initiating function for CBSA verification
• If the product is surface-treated for specific applications, ensure the treatment does not alter its classification
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