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%+35.0%38.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%+10.0%13.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

3206.20.00Higher: 38.7% vs 38.1%

If prepared as luminophore pigments

Chapter 28 excludes luminophores per note (d).

2840.11.00Lower: 35.3% vs 38.1%

If as manganates instead of chromates

Similar oxometallic salts but different metal classify separately.

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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