P.Y. 74 Barium Lake from Canada
Barium lake of Pigment Yellow 74, an insoluble yellow pigment for automotive coatings and printing inks requiring weather resistance. HTS 3205.00.50.10 covers this as a yellow color lake preparation per note 3, excluding direct dyes. Its barium substrate ensures opacity and bleed resistance.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for heavy metal content (barium) per CPSC limits if for consumer paints; declare accurately to avoid Section 301 tariffs
• Provide particle size distribution data to confirm pigment grade vs. dye, preventing misclassification
• Use ISF filings 24 hours pre-loading for air/sea shipments of pigments to mitigate delays