Pigment Red 178 for Automotive Paints from Canada
Specialty grade Pigment Red 178 tailored for OEM automotive coatings, classified in HTS 3204.17.08.00 as a synthetic organic pigment with excellent weatherfastness. It delivers durable red pigmentation resistant to fading.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Declare end-use application in entry summary to support pigment classification over preparations
• Batch certificates must confirm >95% purity to prevent duties under mixture headings
• Avoid generic descriptions; specify 'Pigment Red 178' to match tariff nomenclature