Monastral Green Pigment (Pigment Green 7) from Germany
Monastral Green, a branded Pigment Green 7, is widely used in printing inks for its flow properties and opacity. Under HTS 3204.17.9010, it qualifies as 'Pigment green 7'—a synthetic organic pigment per chapter definitions. It excels in offset and gravure ink formulations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Submit lab analysis confirming phthalocyanine structure to prevent disputes over 'synthetic organic' status
• Declare exact particle size if micronized, as it affects end-use but not HTS classification
• Avoid combining with extenders that could push into excluded 'oil paint extender' category