Perylene Red Lake for Inks
Perylene red lake pigment provides deep maroon-red tones with superior chemical resistance, ideal for flexographic printing inks. It qualifies for HTS 3205.00.50.20 as a red color lake preparation used in coloring applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 6.5% | +37.5% | 44% |
| š²š½Mexico | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
| šØš¦Canada | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If prepared ink vehicle with binders
Prepared printing inks with pigments fall under 3211, not base color lakes.
If synthetic dye without substrate lake formation
Non-lake synthetic dyes class under 3204 based on chemical structure.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code ā and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Submit color index (CI) number like Pigment Red 149 in entry docs for Customs verification
ā¢ Avoid bulk packaging confusion; lakes in retail packs may shift if meeting 3212 criteria
ā¢ Test for extender content; if used as oil paint extender, excluded per chapter note
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