Blanco Barium Sulfate Pigment from Japan
Synthetic barium sulfate pigment known as 'Blanco' or permanent white, used in high-end paints and artist oils for opacity. It is a chemically defined barium sulfate under HTS 2833.27.00.00, distinguished from natural barite by precipitation process.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Request supplier's production method certification (precipitated vs. ground natural) for customs proof
• Avoid packaging over 30kg/net as it may trigger bulk chemical handling regs
• Test for heavy metal impurities; non-compliant lots risk FDA or EPA import alerts