Phthalocyanine Blue 15:3 Pigment Dispersion
A water-based dispersion of pigment blue 15:3, a synthetic organic phthalocyanine pigment, used in waterborne coatings and paints. It falls under HTS 3204.17.90.03 as a preparation based on pigment blue 15:3, per chapter note 3, for coloring materials in manufacturing.
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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 excludes pigments dispersed in nonaqueous media from 3204, directing to 3212 for paint preparations.
If used as inorganic luminophore preparation
If formulated as a luminophore rather than standard coloring pigment, it shifts to heading 3206.
If chemically defined compound without coloring function
Pure chemical compounds lacking coloring preparation intent fall under Chapter 38 mixtures.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify pigment content exceeds 50% to confirm classification under 3204; provide lab analysis certificates
• Ensure no dispersion in nonaqueous media to avoid reclassification to 3212
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Phthalo Blue 15:3 Flush Color for Offset Printing
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Fastogen Blue 15:3 Automotive Tint Base
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