Carbon Black Masterbatch in Polyethylene

Concentrated dispersion of carbon black pigment in low-density polyethylene (LDPE) carrier, designed for black coloring in plastic films and pipes. Classified under HTS 3206.49.10.00 for inorganic pigment dispersions in plastics materials. Ideal for compounding to achieve uniform opacity and UV resistance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.9%+35.0%40.9%
🇲🇽Mexico5.9%+10.0%15.9%
🇨🇦Canada5.9%+10.0%15.9%
🇩🇪Germany5.9%+10.0%15.9%
🇯🇵Japan5.9%+10.0%15.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3901.10.10Higher: 41.5% vs 40.9%

If polyethylene resin dominates with pigment as additive

Primarily polyethylene by weight classifies under polymers of ethylene (Chapter 39).

3206Same rate: 40.9%

If chemically defined inorganic pigment without plastic dispersion

Pure inorganic pigments like carbon black fall under 3206.10 if not dispersed in plastics.

3816.00.20Lower: 38% vs 40.9%

If when used as refractory pigment preparation

Specific refractory cements/mortars with pigments go to heading 3816.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide formulation specs showing pigment loading >30% to distinguish from diluted compounds

Label as 'color concentrate' not 'plastic pellets' to prevent classification as Chapter 39 plastics

Watch for EU REACH compliance on carbon black; mismatches lead to customs holds