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Minium Red Lead for Ceramic Glazes from Japan

Minium, the mineral form of red lead oxide (Pb3O4), ground into fine powder for flux in ceramic glazes and enamels to lower melting points. Falls squarely under HTS 2824.90.20.00 as red lead, a lead oxide per subheading hierarchy. Provides brilliant red coloration and vitrification aid.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Document as pure oxide, not frit (3207.20); mixing with silicates pre-import shifts heading

Comply with FDA lead leaching limits if for food-contact ceramics; provide test results

Use UN-approved hazardous packaging; red lead dust poses inhalation risks

Minium Red Lead for Ceramic Glazes from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2824.90.20.00