Ceramic Red Prepared Pigment
A ready-to-use red pigment formulation designed for coloring ceramic bodies and glazes during firing. It consists of metal oxides dispersed in a medium suitable for the ceramic industry. Classified under HTS 3207.10.00.00 as a prepared pigment for ceramic use, excluding those dispersed in nonaqueous media for paints.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used as luminophores in ceramics
Inorganic products used as luminophores fall under 3206 per chapter notes, not general prepared pigments.
If put up in retail packaging for hobbyists
Dyes and coloring matter in retail forms are excluded from Chapter 32 and go to 3212.
If it's a chemical preparation not primarily coloring
Preparations based on pigments but functioning as chemical additives shift to Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the preparation is specifically for ceramic, enameling or glass industries via supplier specs to confirm HTS 3207 classification
• Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) documenting heavy metal content for EPA compliance on ceramic pigments
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as synthetic organic colors (3204) if it's an inorganic oxide blend
Related Products under HTS 3207.10.00.00
Vitreous Enamel Blue Color Preparation
Prepared blue colorant based on cobalt compounds for vitreous enamels on steel bathtubs and sinks. Mixed and ready for application in the enameling industry. Classified in 3207.10.00.00 as prepared colors for enamelling.
Engobe Slip Colorant Base
Prepared color preparation added to engobes (slips) for colored ceramic bodies in tile production. Ensures uniform color in slip casting. Fits 3207.10.00.00 as similar preparation for ceramics.
Porcelain Glaze Prepared Color
Pre-mixed color preparation for high-alumina porcelain glazes in tableware production. Provides brilliant whites and pastels. HTS 3207.10.00.00 as prepared color for ceramics.
Glass Frit Prepared Opacifier
Opacifier preparation compatible with glass frit for decorative glass enamels. Creates frosted effects. Though related to frit, classified as prepared opacifier in 3207.10.00.00.
Tile Industry Cobalt Blue Pigment
Prepared cobalt aluminate blue pigment for coloring ceramic wall tiles. High stability for double firing. 3207.10.00.00 prepared pigment for ceramics.
Sanitaryware White Prepared Opacifier
Zirconia-based opacifier for vitreous china sanitaryware glazes, ensuring cover opacity. Prepared for cone 04 firing. HTS 3207.10.00.00.