Zinc White Pigment Paste from China
A water-based paste containing zinc oxide particles used as a white pigment in artist paints and primers. It falls under HTS 3206.49.30.00 as a preparation based on zinc oxides for coloring materials, qualifying under note 3 to chapter 32. The high zinc oxide content provides opacity and durability in coatings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.8%
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
• Verify zinc oxide content exceeds 50% by weight to confirm classification under this subheading
• Provide lab analysis certificates for chemical composition during customs clearance to avoid reclassification
• Ensure labeling distinguishes from pure zinc oxide (Chapter 28) or paint dispersions (3212)