Lead Subcarbonate Powder from Japan
Lead subcarbonate is a fine white powder form of basic lead carbonate used in specialty coatings and rust inhibitors. Classified under HTS 2836.99.40.00 as a lead carbonate per Chapter 28 notes for inorganic metal carbonates. Excludes stabilized organic preparations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include TSCA certification for US import; declare exact PbCO3 content; avoid packaging that suggests retail paint use to prevent reclassification