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Lithol Rubine 4BP Dry Pigment from Japan

Lithol Rubine 4BP, also known as Pigment Red 57:1, is a high-performance synthetic organic pigment in dry powder form used primarily in printing inks for vibrant magenta colors. It falls under HTS 3204.17.90.18 as it is specifically Pigment Red 57:1 in dry form, classified as a synthetic organic coloring pigment and preparation based thereon per chapter note 3. This barium salt of azo acid dye provides excellent lightfastness and transparency in lithographic applications.

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 purity and batch certification to meet REACH and FDA color additive regulations if destined for food contact packaging; declare exact form (dry/presscake/slurry) on entry documents to avoid misclassification; ensure MSDS includes solvent content if any traces present to comply with VOC reporting