Clariant Hostaperm Blue B2R Presscake

Clariant Hostaperm Blue B2R is Pigment Blue 15:3 in presscake form, offering reddish blue shade for automotive coatings. Classified in HTS 3204.17.90.02 as presscake pigment blue 15:3, it provides weatherfastness essential for exterior paints. The presscake format facilitates filtration and washing during production.

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.

3204.17.90Same rate: 41.5%

If Pigment Blue 15:4 variant

Specific subheadings distinguish between 15:3 and other phthalocyanine blue types like 15:4.

3209.90.00.00Lower: 40.9% vs 41.5%

If extended with fillers for paints

Pigments used as extenders in paints may classify under 3209, excluded from pure coloring matter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare shade variation (e.g

reddish tint) in documentation; test for bacterial growth in moist presscake

Pitfall: drying out en route changes form to dry powder

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