Zinc Oxide Lithopone White Powder from Germany
A co-precipitated mixture of zinc oxide and barium sulfate used as a white pigment extender in rubber and plastics. Classified under HTS 3206.49.30.00 for zinc oxide-based coloring preparations per note 3. Provides brightness and UV resistance in colored compounds.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include MSDS sheets showing zinc oxide as primary active ingredient for proper HTS verification
• Check for anti-dumping duties on lithopone from specific countries like China
• Avoid classifying as barium sulfate mixtures (2831.27) if zinc oxide dominates functionality