Carbon Black Pigment Dispersion for Plastics
A water-based dispersion of carbon black pigment designed for coloring plastic resins and compounds during manufacturing. It falls under HTS 3206.49.40.00 as a preparation based on carbon black used as coloring matter for materials like thermoplastics. This classification applies per chapter note 3 to preparations based on coloring matter.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If marketed as additive for rubber compounding rather than coloring
Preparations used primarily as functional additives fall under Chapter 38 instead of coloring matter in Chapter 32.
If dispersed in nonaqueous media for paint manufacturing
Chapter note 3 excludes pigments dispersed in nonaqueous media used for paints from heading 3206.
If based on titanium dioxide with carbon black and solvent >50%
Mixtures with other pigments in high-solvent solutions may classify under synthetic organic coloring matter headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify the carbon black content exceeds 50% to confirm classification under 3206; provide lab analysis certificates
ā¢ Ensure labeling specifies use as coloring preparation, not paint, to avoid reclassification to 3212
ā¢ Check for VOC content if solvent-based to comply with EPA import regulations
Related Products under HTS 3206.49.40.00
High-Jetness Carbon Black Ink Base
A specialized preparation of carbon black for use as a base in formulating black printing inks. Classified under HTS 3206.49.40.00 as it's a carbon black-based coloring preparation, not a finished ink or paint dispersion excluded by chapter notes. Ideal for offset and gravure ink production.
Aqueous Carbon Black Dispersion for Coatings
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.
Conductive Carbon Black Powder Preparation
Furnace black with high structure for antistatic plastics and batteries, supplied as wetted powder preparation. Classified in HTS 3206.49.40.00 when primary function is coloring, though also provides conductivity.
Carbon Black for Inkjet Printer Cartridges
Ultra-fine carbon black dispersion prepared specifically for inkjet ink formulations. HTS 3206.49.40.00 applies to this coloring preparation before final ink assembly per chapter notes.
Black Pigment Paste for Textile Printing
Thickened carbon black paste for rotary screen textile printing. This preparation based on carbon black for fabric coloring is covered by HTS 3206.49.40.00 under chapter note 3.
Carbon Black Color Concentrate for PVC
Liquid carbon black concentrate for coloring rigid PVC profiles and films. Classified as HTS 3206.49.40.00 preparation for PVC coloring applications.