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%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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%