Phthalocyanine Blue Pigment BN
Phthalocyanine Blue Pigment BN is a high-performance synthetic organic pigment classified as Pigment Blue 16, known for its intense blue color and excellent lightfastness. It is insoluble in water and common solvents, making it ideal for use in paints, inks, and plastics. This classification falls under HTS 3204.17.04.05 due to its specific chemical structure and designation as Pigment Blue 16 in the tariff schedule.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used as inorganic luminophore component
Products with luminescent properties based on inorganic coloring matter shift to heading 3206 per chapter notes.
If formulated as chemical preparation with additives
Mixtures exceeding simple pigment preparations fall under Chapter 38 as other chemical products.
If put up in retail packaging under 0.5 kg
Dyes and coloring matter in forms for retail sale are excluded from this chapter per note (a).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the pigment's Color Index Generic Name (CI Pigment Blue 16) and purity certificate to confirm classification under 3204.17.04.05
• Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and technical specifications showing insolubility to distinguish from dyes in Chapter 32
• Avoid misclassification as a preparation if dispersed in media; pure pigment must be documented as >95% concentration
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Heliogen Blue L 7082 Pigment
Heliogen Blue L 7082 is a commercial grade of Pigment Blue 16, a copper phthalocyanine pigment offering superior dispersibility and thermal stability. Widely used in automotive coatings and printing inks for vibrant blue hues. Classified specifically under HTS 3204.17.04.05 as Pigment Blue 16.
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.
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.
Fastogen Blue 8120 Pigment
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