Pigment Red 149 Powder from China
Pigment Red 149 is a high-performance synthetic organic pigment in powder form, chemically defined as perylene-based coloring matter used for tinting plastics and coatings. It falls under HTS 3204.17.90.25 as a specific pigment red variant not covered by other subheadings in the pigments category. This non-soluble colorant provides excellent lightfastness and heat stability for industrial applications.
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Import Tips
• Verify chemical purity and CAS number (4948-15-6) via Certificate of Analysis to confirm classification under 3204.17.90.25 and avoid reclassification as a dye
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and pigment dispersion test results in documentation to demonstrate it's a pigment, not a soluble dye preparation
• Watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling as a general 'red pigment' which could trigger audits; specify 'Pigment Red 149' explicitly on invoices