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Cobalt Black Pigment (Co3O4)

Cobalt black, a spinel-structured Co3O4 pigment for ceramics, when not commercial grade. Classified as other cobalt oxide under 2822.00.00.90.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China0.1%+25.0%25.1%
🇲🇽Mexico0.1%—0.1%
🇨🇦Canada0.1%—0.1%
🇩🇪Germany0.1%—0.1%
🇯🇵Japan0.1%—0.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

3206.50.00.00Higher: 44% vs 25.1%

If used as inorganic pigment coloring matter

Inorganic pigments may shift if prepared for direct use per exclusions.

2822.00.00Same rate: 25.1%

If standard commercial black oxide

Commercial Co3O4 directly under specific subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide color fastness certs if claiming pigment use

• Ensure particle size <5 microns declared for duty value