Zinc Sulfide White Pigment from Japan
Zinc sulfide-based white pigment used in rubber, plastics, and inks for its high refractive index and lightfastness. Classified under HTS 3206.42.00.00 as an inorganic preparation based on zinc sulfide for coloring materials. It qualifies as 'other coloring matter' per note 3 to the chapter.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.2%
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
• Include safety data sheets (SDS) confirming non-hazardous pigment form and zinc sulfide content over 30%
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as titanium dioxide substitute under 3206.41; specify zinc sulfide base
• Check for anti-dumping duties on Chinese origins and maintain origin certificates