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Chromium(III) Oxide Powder

Chromium(III) oxide (Cr2O3) is a green-colored inorganic compound used as a pigment in paints, ceramics, and glass coloring. It falls under HTS 2819.90.00.00 as one of the 'other' chromium oxides and hydroxides not specified elsewhere in heading 2819.

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.

3206.20.00Same rate: 41.2%

If when used as a ceramic colorant or pigment preparation

Pigments and preparations based on chromium oxides are classified in heading 3206 if prepared for specific coloring applications.

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 41.2%

If chemically modified or in chemical preparations

Complex chemical preparations or mixtures containing chromium oxides fall under heading 3824 rather than pure inorganic compounds.

2849.90.50Same rate: 41.2%

If in the form of sintered metal carbides

Sintered chromium carbide products are classified as cermets in heading 2849 per Chapter 28 notes excluding them from this chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify purity and chemical composition via lab analysis to confirm classification under Chapter 28 as a chemically defined inorganic compound

• Include Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) documenting toxicity and handling requirements for chromium compounds

• Avoid misclassification as a finished pigment mixture, which may fall under Chapter 32 if blended with organic binders