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

10.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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