Clariant Graphtol Red CP (Pigment Red 149 Presscake) from China
Clariant Graphtol Red CP is Pigment Red 149 in presscake form, ideal for water-based flexographic printing inks requiring high transparency and resistance. HTS 3204.17.40.15 covers this exact product form as specified in the tariff description.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ship refrigerated if specified to maintain presscake consistency; temperature records prevent classification disputes
• Customs may require solvent analysis certificate showing aqueous base only
• Avoid co-packing with dispersants that could trigger 3212 reclassification