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Chrome Green Pigment (Chromium Oxide Base)

Chrome green pigment composed primarily of chromium(III) oxide blended with other inorganics for durable green color. HTS 2819.90.00.00 applies to the pure chromium oxide component.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+37.5%41.2%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3208.20.00Lower: 41.1% vs 41.2%

If based on chromium compounds as lakes or toners

Complex chromium-based pigments prepared as lakes fall under heading 3208.

3824.99.75Same rate: 41.2%

If as prepared pigments and dispersions

Commercial pigment preparations and dispersions are classified in heading 3824.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Conduct XRF analysis to confirm chromium oxide content exceeds principal component threshold

• Declare exact formulation percentages to distinguish from complex mixtures in Chapter 32

• Include particle size distribution (PSD) data for dispersion quality verification