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

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 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