Pigment Yellow 180 Presscake from Canada
Pigment Yellow 180 is a benzimidazolone-based synthetic organic yellow pigment supplied as a wet presscake for easier dispersion in inks and coatings. Classified under HTS 3204.17.4060 as 'other' pigment preparation, analogous to listed presscake forms like Pigment Red 149, per chapter note 3. It's used for high-tinting strength in printing inks.
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
• Include moisture content analysis (<30% water typical for presscake) to distinguish from dry pigments or solutions
• Ensure documentation specifies 'presscake form for pigment dispersion' to avoid reclassification as heading 3208 solutions