Paris Blue Ceramic Pigment from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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