Opacifier Glaze for Ceramics
Zircon-based glaze preparation that creates opaque white finish on ceramics. Under HTS 3207.20.00.00 as prepared color for ceramic use. Scatters light for matte appearance.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pure zircon compounds
Chemically defined compounds excluded by chapter note (a) to Chapter 28.
If liquid lustres specifically
Lustres are separate subheading; general opacifiers stay 3207.20.
If natural steatite opacifiers
Natural minerals unprepared are Chapter 25.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include opacity test results and ceramic firing profile
• Label as 'prepared opacifiers' but confirm not excluded Chapter 28 pure compounds
• Bulk 55-gal drums vs retail pints affect potential 3212 shift
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