Cadmium Red Pigment Powder

A high-purity cadmium red pigment powder derived from cadmium sulfide and selenide compounds, used primarily for vibrant coloring in artist oil paints and industrial coatings. It falls under HTS 3206.49.60.10 as an inorganic pigment based on cadmium compounds, functioning as coloring matter per chapter note 3. This classification applies to luminophore-capable pigments used in paints and enamels.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+35.0%38.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%+10.0%13.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3206.50.00Higher: 41.5% vs 38.1%

If based on chromium compounds instead of cadmium

Chromium-based inorganic pigments like chrome yellow shift to 3206.50, excluding cadmium-specific subheading.

3212.90.00Same rate: 38.1%

If dispersed in nonaqueous media for paint manufacturing

Chapter note 3 excludes pigments in liquid/paste form for paints from Chapter 32 headings, moving to 3212.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 38.1%

If chemically defined as isolated cadmium compounds

Pure chemical elements/compounds fall outside Chapter 32 per note (a), classifying under Chapter 28/38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify cadmium content via lab analysis to confirm classification under 3206.49.60.10 and comply with EPA REACH-like regulations on heavy metals

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and pigment purity certificates in documentation to avoid customs holds

Avoid misdeclaration as non-cadmium pigments, a common pitfall leading to penalties

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Cadmium Yellow Lithopone Pigment

A co-precipitated cadmium yellow pigment blended with barium sulfate (lithopone), offering opacity for ceramic glazes and plastics coloring. Classified under HTS 3206.49.60.10 for cadmium compound-based preparations used as luminophores or coloring matter. It meets chapter provisions for inorganic pigments beyond basic headings.

Cadmium Orange Artist Grade Pigment

Premium cadmium orange pigment for professional oil and acrylic paints, known for lightfastness and opacity from cadmium sulfoselenide. HTS 3206.49.60.10 covers this as other inorganic coloring matter based on cadmium compounds, including luminophore applications. Excluded from 3203-3205 as specified in chapter notes.

Cadmium Sulfide Green Pigment Preparation

A dispersed cadmium sulfide-based green pigment preparation for automotive coatings, providing durable pigmentation. Falls under 3206.49.60.10 as cadmium compound pigments used for coloring materials, per chapter note 3. Not excluded as paint dispersoid or chemically pure.

Cadmium Selenide Violet Luminescent Pigment

Specialty cadmium selenide violet pigment with luminescent properties for glow-in-dark paints and safety markings. Classified in HTS 3206.49.60.10 for cadmium-based inorganic luminophores and coloring matter. Aligns with heading scope including note 3 preparations.

Cadmium-Based Yellow Ceramic Glaze Pigment

High-temperature stable cadmium yellow pigment for vitreous enamel and ceramic glazes on tiles. HTS 3206.49.60.10 applies to such cadmium compound preparations as inorganic coloring matter. Excluded from mastics or pure compounds per chapter notes.

Cadmium Red Primrose Artists' Oil Color Pigment

Pure cadmium red primrose pigment for mixing professional artists' oil colors, prized for clean hue. Under 3206.49.60.10 as cadmium compound-based inorganic coloring preparation. Chapter notes confirm applicability beyond basic dyes.