Pigment Red 57:1 Flush Color Paste from Japan
A flush paste where Pigment Red 57:1 is pre-dispersed in a varnish medium, designed for easy incorporation into paints and coatings without milling. Classified under HTS 3204.17.90.19 as a synthetic organic pigment preparation per note 3, it's optimized for industrial color matching in automotive and architectural coatings. This form prevents agglomeration and ensures uniform pigmentation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• ,Comply with REACH or EPA pigment registration; retain batch certificates for customs audits
• Watch for reclassification if solvent content >50%, which moves it to heading 3208 per chapter note