Paris Blue Ceramic Pigment from Germany
Paris blue is a refined hexacyanoferrate pigment for high-temperature ceramic glazes and enamels. Under HTS 3206.49.55.00 as other inorganic coloring preparations based on ferrocyanides. Stable up to 1200°C for porcelain decoration.
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
• Ceramic pigments must have frit compatibility statements; test for glaze defects
• EPA lead/cadmium testing mandatory for dinnerware pigments
• Avoid 3207 if lake-formed; confirm pure inorganic status