Tin Oxide Prepared Opacifier

A dispersed tin oxide preparation that provides opacity in high-fire ceramic glazes, commonly used for sanitaryware. It remains stable at cone 10 temperatures. HTS 3207.10.00.00 covers this as a prepared opacifier for enameling.

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.

2825.90Lower: 13.7% vs 38.1%

If imported as pure tin oxide chemical

Chemically defined inorganic compounds are excluded per chapter note (a).

3210.00.00Lower: 36.8% vs 38.1%

If for use in vitreous enamels on metal

Similar preparations specifically for metal enameling may fall under 3210.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain technical data sheets proving it's prepared for ceramic opacity, not paint dispersion

Comply with REACH regulations for tin compounds; include toxicity data in import docs