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Palomar Blue Pigment N

Palomar Blue Pigment N is a non-encapsulated, high-tinting strength Pigment Blue 16 for water-based paints and emulsions. Offers excellent weatherfastness for exterior applications. Specifically enumerated under HTS 3204.17.04.05 for Pigment Blue 16.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+37.5%44%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3204.19.40.00Lower: 19% vs 44%

If not specifically enumerated pigment

Other synthetic organic pigments not listed in 3204.17 subheadings classify under residual 3204.19.

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 44%

If imported as chemical additive mixture

Prepared chemical products for specific industrial uses fall under Chapter 38.

2902.50.00.00Lower: 37.5% vs 44%

If in intermediate chemical form

Unfinished synthetic organic chemicals may classify under Chapter 29.

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

• Provide spectroscopic analysis confirming Pigment Blue 16 chemical identity (CI 74100)

• Document as dry powder pigment, not dispersion, to maintain pure pigment classification

• Watch for common pitfall of undervaluation based on commodity appearance; declare full commercial value