Pigment Red 166 Dry Powder from China
Pigment Red 166 is a high-performance synthetic organic pigment in dry powder form, characterized by its vibrant red hue and excellent lightfastness. It falls under HTS 3204.17.04.30 as a chemically defined pigment red 166 used primarily in coatings and plastics for durable coloration. This classification applies to the pure pigment without dispersion in media.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify the pigment's Color Index Generic Name (CI Pigment Red 166) and purity via certificate of analysis to confirm HTS classification
• Ensure packaging complies with DOT/UN regulations for organic pigments if shipped in bulk powder form to avoid hazmat surcharges
• Provide supplier's technical data sheet showing insolubility in water/media to distinguish from dyes under Chapter 32