Manganese Blue Lake Pigment from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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