Beta Blue 15:4 Industrial Grade from Japan
Beta Blue 15:4 Industrial Grade is a flushable Pigment Blue 15 for powder coatings, under HTS 3204.17.60.05. Provides superior flocculation resistance. Meets chapter definition for synthetic organic coloring matter.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include MSDS for handling respirable dust
• Verify beta-modification via X-ray diffraction if challenged
• Pitfall: sets with resins classify differently