Carbon Black Pigment Preparation

Synthetic organic treated carbon black (e.g., Pigment Black 7 variant) in dispersion for plastics. HTS 3204.17.60 applies as preparation based on synthetic coloring matter per U.S. note 3. Note excludes pure elements but covers preparations.

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.

2803.00.00Lower: 35% vs 41.5%

If pure elemental carbon black without organic preparation

Separate chemically defined elements excluded from chapter 32 per note (a), go to chapter 28.

3212.10.00.00Lower: 39.7% vs 41.5%

If for retail sale as stamping foils

Specific foil preparations with metal/pigment binders classify under 3212 definition.

3824.99.39Lower: 35% vs 41.5%

If industrial mixtures not primarily coloring

Preparations lacking predominant coloring function fall outside chapter 32.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm 'synthetic organic' treatment distinguishes from chapter 28 inorganic carbon black

Provide dispersion medium analysis; >50% solvent shifts to 3208