Zinc Chromate Primer Pigment from China
Zinc chromate pigment serves as a corrosion-inhibiting primer component in protective coatings for aircraft and marine applications. It qualifies for HTS 3206.20.00 as an inorganic preparation based on chromium compounds used as coloring matter and luminophore. Provides yellow-green tint with passivating properties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include end-use statements certifying industrial coating application to prevent retail reclassification
• Comply with EPA lead/chromium regulations with proper waste disposal certifications
• Dry powder shipments require anti-static packaging per DOT hazardous material rules