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Pigment Red 177 for Automotive Coatings from Japan

Specialty grade Pigment Red 177 optimized for automotive OEM paints, listed specifically under HTS 3204.17.04.35. This vibrant red pigment provides durability and weather resistance essential for vehicle finishes.

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

Import Tips

• Include end-use statements specifying automotive application to support classification

• Check REACH compliance for EU imports as it's a SVHC candidate substance

• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'paint pigment preparation' which shifts to 3212