Beta Blue 15:4 Industrial Grade from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include MSDS for handling respirable dust
• Verify beta-modification via X-ray diffraction if challenged
• Pitfall: sets with resins classify differently