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Barium Chromate Yellow Pigment Base

Barium chromate (BaCrO4), known as lemon chrome, is a chemically defined chromate salt used as a pigment precursor. It is classified under HTS 2841.50.91.00 as other chromates. Primarily for high-temperature paints and pyrotechnics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+37.5%40.6%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3206.20.00Higher: 41.2% vs 40.6%

If prepared as luminophore pigments

Chapter 28 excludes luminophores per note (d).

2840.11.00Lower: 37.8% vs 40.6%

If as manganates instead of chromates

Similar oxometallic salts but different metal classify separately.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Pigment-grade requires particle size and purity specs in documentation

• ATF permits for pyrotechnic end-use; declare intended application

• Avoid 3206 if not prepared as luminophore