Palomar Blue Pigment (Pigment Blue 15:1) from Japan
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 — 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
• 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