New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Micronized Pigment Red 149 for Coatings from Japan

Micronized Pigment Red 149 with average particle size of 0.1 microns, optimized for solvent-borne industrial coatings and automotive paints. It qualifies for HTS 3204.17.90.25 as an other synthetic organic pigment, offering superior dispersibility and weather resistance. Not a dispersed paste for paint making per chapter exclusions.

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

• Submit particle size distribution and oil absorption data to CBP to confirm micronized pigment status under 3204, avoiding paste reclassification

• Use non-retail packaging like 20kg bags; include end-use statements for coatings to support tariff positioning