Helio Fast Rubine 4BL Aqueous Slurry from Japan
Helio Fast Rubine 4BL is the trade name for Pigment Red 57:1 in aqueous slurry form (20-30% pigment), used in waterborne coatings and textile printing pastes. It is precisely covered by HTS 3204.17.90.18 for Pigment Red 57:1 aqueous slurry, as a synthetic organic pigment preparation under note 3 to the chapter. This form ensures quick wetting and milling 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
• Declare exact pigment concentration and pH to prevent settling claims; obtain supplier's Color Index (CI 15850:1) certification for classification disputes; comply with IMDG for slurry shipments as it may be UN-listed pigment suspension