Pigment Red 112 from Mexico
Pigment Red 112 is a high-performance organic pigment used in automotive coatings and plastics for its excellent lightfastness and heat stability. It falls under HTS 3204.17.0485 as a synthetic organic pigment classified under the specified Pigment Red series. This code covers specific pigment color indices defined in the tariff schedule for import duty purposes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the exact Color Index name (e.g
• PR112) matches tariff specifications via supplier SDS to ensure correct HTS classification
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming chemical purity and absence of heavy metals to meet EPA and customs regulations
• Avoid misclassification as a dye preparation; pigments must be insoluble in the application medium per Chapter Note 3