Beta Phthalo Blue 15:3 Ink Concentrate

A high-concentration paste of pigment blue 15:3 (beta form) for flexographic printing inks. Classified under HTS 3204.17.90.03 as a preparation based on this specific synthetic pigment for coloring any material.

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.

3215.19Lower: 11.8% vs 41.5%

If ready-mixed printing ink for retail sale

Fully formulated inks for immediate use shift from pigment preparations to 3215.

3208.10.00.00Lower: 38.7% vs 41.5%

If solvent-based with >50% volatile organic solvent

Chapter note places solvent-heavy solutions of polymers with coloring matter in 3208.

3903.11.00.00Same rate: 41.5%

If primarily polystyrene-based color concentrate

Material composition dominated by synthetic polymers reclassifies to Chapter 39 plastics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

,Avoid retail packaging over 8kg to prevent 3212 classification

Certify synthetic organic origin to comply with heading 3204 requirements