Manganese Blue Lake Pigment from Canada
Manganese blue lake is a barium manganate phosphate lake pigment known for opacity in ceramics and paints. Classified HTS 3205.00.40.40 for blue color lakes as note 3 preparations, industrial grade excluding retail or paint forms. Its lake insolubility suits high-end applications.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Certify shade matches 'blue' in U.S. note 3 via colorimetry; mis-shade risks penalties
• Avoid mixing with nonaqueous media, or reclass to paint manufacturing prep in 3212