Aqueous Carbon Black Dispersion for Coatings from Japan
Waterborne carbon black pigment concentrate for architectural and industrial coatings. Falls under HTS 3206.49.40.00 as a preparation based on carbon black for coloring any material, explicitly covered by chapter note 3 before paint formulation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm aqueous nature (<5% VOC) with test reports to avoid solvent-based reclassification
• Label containers 'Coloring Pigment Preparation - Not for Direct Application'
• Watch for EU REACH registration requirements for carbon black imports