Yellow Ochre Earth Pigment
Traditional yellow ochre pigment mined from natural iron hydroxide deposits, with over 70% combined iron as Fe2O3. Widely used in artist paints, historical restorations, and ceramics. Fits HTS 2821.20.00.00 due to its high iron content and earth color status.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If laboratory-synthesized yellow iron oxide
Pure synthetic versions are classified separately from natural earth-derived colors.
If ground into powder for retail pigment use with binders
Prepared pigment preparations with vehicles shift to heading 3207.
If imported as crude clay mineral
Unprocessed earths or clays below iron threshold remain as mineral products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Require geological sourcing documentation to prove natural earth origin versus synthetic
• Test for combined iron content; impurities common in earth colors must not dilute below 70% Fe2O3
• Avoid packaging as 'artist color' which could trigger Chapter 32 classification
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Terracotta Red Earth Oxide
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