Chrome Yellow Lead Chromate from Japan
Chrome yellow, pure lead chromate (PbCrO4), provides opaque yellow pigmentation for traffic paints and artists' colors. Falls squarely under HTS 2841.90.4500 as a lead chromate salt of oxometallic acid. Supplied as micronized powder for dispersion.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Reference CAS 7758-97-6 in documentation for exact identity
• Apply for EPA TSCA Section 13 import certification explicitly
• Segregate from organic pigments to avoid mixed classification disputes