Pigment Red 214 Presscake from Mexico
Pigment Red 214 presscake is the moist, filter-cake form of this synthetic organic red pigment, containing 30-50% water, used in water-based dispersions for inks and paints. Classified under HTS 3204.17.40.30 as explicitly listed for Pigment Red 214, it qualifies as a pigment preparation based on synthetic coloring matter per chapter note 3. This form facilitates easier handling and dispersion in manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide moisture content documentation (e.g
• 40% water) to distinguish presscake from dry powder and support 3204 classification
• Include supplier specs confirming it's Pigment Red 214 to prevent misclassification as general pigment preparations