Phthalocyanine Blue 15:3 Pigment Dispersion from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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