Phthalocyanine Blue Pigment 15:1 from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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