Palomar Blue 15:1 Pigment Powder

Palomar Blue 15:1 is a micronized powder form of Pigment Blue 15:1 for easy dispersion in waterborne paints. Classified in HTS 3204.17.60.10 for its specific identity as a synthetic organic pigment under U.S. note 3. Used extensively in architectural coatings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3206.20.00Lower: 38.7% vs 41.5%

If synthetic organic luminophore rather than standard pigment

Chapter covers fluorescent brightening agents/luminophores separately from coloring pigments.

3207.30.00.00Lower: 38.1% vs 41.5%

If mineral pigment preparation

Chapter exclusions route inorganic colorants to 3207, not synthetic in 3204.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include particle size distribution data to distinguish from preparations in other subheadings

Use HTSUS explanatory notes to support pure pigment status vs. base for note 3 exclusion