Palomar Blue Pigment (Pigment Blue 15:1) from Germany
Palomar Blue is an alpha-form Pigment Blue 15:1 used in emulsion paints for economical tinting. Falls precisely under HTS 3204.17.60.05 as per U.S. note 3 for Pigment Blue 15. Offers good dispersibility in water-based systems.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact crystal modification (alpha vs beta) in entry docs
• Ensure no extender fillers to avoid 3209 reclassification
• Common issue: undervaluation based on opacity differences