Permanent Red 2B Lake

Permanent red 2B lake (PR48:2) is a manganese lake providing maroon shades for plastics and lacquers. Classified in HTS 3205.00.40.20 as red color lake per note 3, valued for heat stability up to 240°C.

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.

3204.14.30.00Same rate: 41.5%

If vat red dye precursor

Unlaked version classifies as vat dye under 3204.

3206.20.00Lower: 38.7% vs 41.5%

If inorganic manganese complex dominant

Heavy metal complex lakes shift to inorganic pigments 3206.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document manganese content and heat stability curve for plastics masterbatch

Test bleed resistance for PVC applications