3204.17.04.05/Phthalocyanine Blue Pigment BN/Japan

Phthalocyanine Blue Pigment BN from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• 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