Carmine Lake Artist Pigment
High-purity carmine lake in powder form for oil and watercolor paints used by artists. Classified in 3205.00.1500 as a carmine color lake preparation, not dispersed in nonaqueous media per chapter notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 6.5% | +37.5% | 44% |
| š²š½Mexico | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
| šØš¦Canada | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in stamping foil form with metallic binders
Chapter note defines stamping foils in 3212, separate from dry color lake powders.
If dissolved in >50% volatile organic solvents
Heading 3208 includes such solutions based on chapter solvents note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Include MSDS sheets confirming no solvents exceed chapter note limits for 3205 classification
ā¢ Label lightfastness ratings, as customs may scrutinize stability for artist vs industrial use
ā¢ Declare as 'not for paint manufacturing' to distinguish from 3212 dispersions
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