Pigment Red 177 Flushed Paste from Japan
Pre-dispersed flushed paste of Pigment Red 177 in varnish base for easy incorporation into printing inks, but classified as the named pigment under HTS 3204.17.04.35 when not qualifying as paint preparation.
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
• Analyze solvent content; if >50% organic solvent, may shift to 3208
• Request binding ruling for flushed color vs. paint preparation classification
• Maintain batch records showing pigment purity > specified threshold