Diketopyrrolopyrrole (DPP) Scarlet Pigment from Japan
DPP Scarlet is an advanced synthetic organic pigment delivering vibrant red shades with superior weatherfastness for exterior coatings. Under HTS 3204.17.90.86 as 'other' pigments and preparations based on synthetic organic coloring matter per note 3. Its classification reflects insolubility and use in dispersed form.
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
• Provide manufacturer's technical data sheet confirming it's a pigment (not dye) with particle size specs
• Declare end-use applications (e.g
• paints vs. textiles) to preempt alternative classification challenges