Rutile Titanium Dioxide Pigment
High-grade rutile titanium dioxide pigment used in paints, coatings, and plastics for opacity and brightness. Classified under HTS 3206.19.00.00 as an inorganic pigment based on titanium dioxide, not chemically defined in a pure form but as a prepared coloring matter per chapter note 3.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used as inorganic luminophore
Shifts to heading 3206 luminophores when specifically for luminescent applications like phosphors.
If heavily diluted in aqueous media for industrial mixing
Preparations based on pigments in non-paint media may classify as chemical preparations outside chapter 32.
If dispersed in nonaqueous media for paint production
Chapter note excludes pigments dispersed in nonaqueous media used in paint manufacture from 3206.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify titanium dioxide content exceeds 80% for proper classification; provide lab analysis certificates
• Ensure no organic binders if claiming pure pigment status to avoid reclassification to 3212
Related Products under HTS 3206.19.00.00
Titanium Dioxide Lithopone Mixture
Composite pigment blending TiO2 with barium sulfate (lithopone) for economical white in plastics. Under 3206.19.00.00 as TiO2-based preparation per note 3, not excluded extenders.
Aluminum-Coated Titanium Dioxide Flakes
Metallic-effect TiO2 flakes coated with aluminum for automotive pearlescent finishes. 3206.19.00.00 includes such inorganic preparations based on TiO2 for coloring.
Nano Titanium Dioxide Dispersion
Nano-grade TiO2 aqueous dispersion for UV-protective sunscreens and clear coats. Classed in 3206.19.00.00 as other TiO2 pigment preparation.
Titanium Dioxide for Luminescent Paints Base
TiO2 blended for base in luminophore paints, not yet activated. 3206.19.00.00 as non-luminophore TiO2 pigment.
High Brightness TiO2 for Paper Coating
Specially milled TiO2 for premium paper opacity. HTS 3206.19.00.00 inorganic coloring pigment.
Sulfate Process Titanium Dioxide
TiO2 from sulfate process, coarser grade for construction paints. 3206.19.00.00 other category.