Basic Lead Carbonate from Germany
Basic lead carbonate, also known as white lead, is a white pigment composed primarily of lead(II) carbonate and lead(II) hydroxide. It falls under HTS 2836.99.40.00 as a lead carbonate used historically in paints and coatings. This chemically defined inorganic compound is classified in Chapter 28 for inorganic carbonates of metals.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify toxicity labeling and SDS compliance due to lead content; obtain EPA approvals for pigment use; ensure certificate of analysis confirms lead carbonate purity over 50%