Paris Blue Ceramic Pigment from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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