Irgalite Blue PGC Pigment

Irgalite Blue PGC is an encapsulated Pigment Blue 16 variant optimized for plastic coloration with excellent migration resistance. This synthetic organic pigment provides opaque blue shades in PVC and polyolefins. It meets the exact criteria for HTS 3204.17.04.05 as designated Pigment Blue 16.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3207.30.00.00Lower: 38.1% vs 41.5%

If prepared with specific binder for paint use

Preparations of pigments with binders for paint manufacture exclude from heading 3204 per chapter notes.

2841.61.00.00Lower: 40% vs 41.5%

If containing rare earth metal complexes

Certain metal-based coloring compounds classify under Chapter 28 as inorganic chemicals.

3212.10.00.00Lower: 39.7% vs 41.5%

If sold as stamping foil component

Pigment agglomerated with binders on sheets for printing applications falls under heading 3212 definition.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit technical data sheets specifying encapsulation doesn't alter base Pigment Blue 16 classification

Maintain records of end-use applications to prevent reclassification as plastic color concentrate

Comply with REACH/TSCA chemical registration for pigment imports into US/EU markets