Phthalocyanine Blue Pigment 15:1
Phthalocyanine Blue 15:1 is a high-performance synthetic organic pigment known for its intense blue color and excellent lightfastness. Classified under HTS 3204.17.60.10 as a specific pigment blue 15:1, it is used in paints, inks, and plastics. Its chemical structure as a copper phthalocyanine derivative places it distinctly within synthetic organic coloring matter pigments.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dispersed in nonaqueous media for paint manufacturing
Chapter note 3 excludes pigments dispersed in nonaqueous media from chapter 32 headings like 3204, directing to pigments for paints in 3212.
If used as inorganic luminophore product
Chapter exclusions send inorganic luminophores to 3206, differing from synthetic organic pigments in 3204.
If imported as a chemical mixture or preparation not based purely on coloring matter
Preparations not qualifying under note 3 to chapter 32 fall to chapter 38 as other chemical preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify pigment purity and batch certification to meet additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for this specific subheading
• Avoid classifying as a preparation if dispersed in media, as that shifts to other 3204 subheadings; common pitfall for paint-ready forms
Related Products under HTS 3204.17.60.10
Beta-Modified Pigment Blue 15:1 (Non-Flocculating)
Beta-modified Pigment Blue 15:1 features a stabilized crystal structure to prevent flocculation in paints. It is specifically listed under HTS 3204.17.60.10 as Pigment Blue 15:1. Preferred for high-quality offset inks and industrial finishes.
Heliogen Blue L 7082 (Pigment Blue 15:1)
Heliogen Blue L 7082 is a commercial grade of Pigment Blue 15:1 from BASF, offering superior dispersibility in solvent-based systems. It falls under HTS 3204.17.60.10 due to its classification as Pigment Blue 15:1 per Color Index and U.S. note 3. Primarily used in automotive coatings and printing inks for vibrant, durable blue hues.
Irgalite Blue GLVO (Pigment Blue 15:1)
Irgalite Blue GLVO is a Ciba (BASF) Pigment Blue 15:1 variant optimized for PVC plastisols and calendering applications. HTS 3204.17.60.10 covers it as a chemically defined synthetic organic pigment per note 3. Its stability makes it ideal for outdoor signage and flexible plastics.
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.