Viridian Chromium Oxide Pigment
Viridian is a hydrated chromium(III) oxide pigment (Cr2O3·2H2O) used in high-quality artists' oil paints. Classified under HTS 2819.90.00.00 as a chemically defined chromium hydroxide.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.7% | +37.5% | 41.2% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.7% | +10.0% | 13.7% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 3.7% | +10.0% | 13.7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If when set or mixed with vehicles for artists' colors
Prepared artists' colors containing the pigment fall under heading 3213.
If as synthetic organic coloring matter with chromium
Paints and varnishes with complex pigments may be classified in Chapter 32.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish pure compound from paint formulations through dispersion testing and solvent extraction
• Provide lightfastness ratings and oil absorption data for artist pigment verification
• Comply with ASTM D4302 standards for artist materials labeling
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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.
Chromic Acid Anhydride (Chromium Trioxide)
Chromium trioxide (CrO3), also known as chromic anhydride, is a dark red crystalline compound used in chrome plating and as an oxidizing agent. Classified under HTS 2819.90.00.00 as a chromium oxide not covered by other subheadings in heading 2819.
Hydrated Chromium Oxide
Hydrated chromium oxide (Cr2O3·nH2O) is a green pigment used in artistic paints and cosmetics. It qualifies under HTS 2819.90.00.00 as a chromium hydroxide per the heading scope for chromium oxides and hydroxides.
Chromium Dioxide (Magnetic Pigment Grade)
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