Yellow Lake Pigment C.I. 11667 for Coatings

A barium lake of Hansa Yellow G (C.I. 11667), an insoluble pigment used in industrial coatings and automotive paints for vibrant yellow coloration. Classified under HTS 3205.00.40.10 as a yellow color lake preparation per chapter note 3. It offers excellent dispersibility and weather resistance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3205.00Same rate: 41.5%

If classified as cadmium yellow rather than lake

Cadmium-based yellow pigments fall under 3205.11, separate from lake headings.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If mixed with binders for ready-to-use paint paste

Preparations containing >70% synthetic organic colorants classify under 3824, not pure lakes.

3204.14.30.00Same rate: 41.5%

If for the underlying direct dye in soluble form

Base direct dyes like those forming C.I. 11667 lakes go to 3204.14.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit substrate composition (e.g

barium sulfate) and CI number to confirm lake status under 3205

Ensure product meets additional U.S. note 3 purity standards; test for heavy metals common in lakes

Label clearly as 'color lake' to prevent reclassification as organic pigment (3205.11)

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