Phthalocyanine Green Pigment (Pigment Green 7) from China
Phthalocyanine Green 7, also known as Pigment Green 7 or C.I. 74260, is a synthetic organic copper phthalocyanine pigment offering high tinting strength and excellent lightfastness. It falls under HTS 3204.17.9010 as a specific synthetic organic pigment classified as 'Pigment green 7' used primarily in paints, inks, and plastics. This classification distinguishes it from dyes due to its insolubility in common solvents.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify pigment purity and C.I. number (74260) via Certificate of Analysis to confirm classification under 3204.17.90.10
• Ensure packaging complies with DOT/UN regulations for powders; provide SDS for customs clearance
• Avoid misclassification as a preparation if dispersed in media exceeding note 3 thresholds