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Pigment Yellow 12 Water-Based Ink Dispersion from China

A water-based dispersion of Pigment Yellow 12 designed for use in flexographic printing inks. It falls under HTS 3204.17.90.47 as a preparation based on synthetic organic pigment yellow 12, per chapter note 3, used as an ingredient in coloring preparations. This pre-dispersed form ensures uniform color distribution in ink formulations.

Duty Rate — China → United States

44%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify pigment content exceeds 50% to avoid reclassification under heading 3212; provide chemical composition certificates from manufacturer; ensure labeling specifies 'based on pigment yellow 12' for customs