Barium Manganate Powder from Germany
Barium manganate (BaMnO4) is a green powder used as a pigment precursor in ceramics and specialty pigments. It is classified in HTS 2841.69.00.90 as 'other' manganites/manganates/permanganates, fitting the definition of metal salts of oxometallic acids. Excluded from Chapter 32 if not final luminophore use.
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
• Distinguish from Chapter 32 pigments by providing chemical analysis showing it's a pure salt, not formulated colorant; heavy metal content requires REACH-like documentation; store as oxidizer to prevent reactions