Ceramic Liquid Gold Lustre

A liquid preparation containing metallic gold particles suspended in a solvent, applied by brush to ceramic surfaces before firing to produce a metallic gold finish. It falls under HTS 3207.30.00.00 as a liquid lustre specifically designed for the ceramic industry to create decorative metallic effects on pottery and tiles.

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.

3212.90.00Same rate: 38.1%

If put up in retail packaging under 0.5 kg

Retail-packed preparations for coloring, even if usable on ceramics, shift to heading 3212 per chapter exclusions.

7118.90.00Lower: 7.5% vs 38.1%

If containing precious metals above de minimis levels and not a prepared solution

High precious metal content may classify as imitation jewelry or coin blanks rather than industrial preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the preparation is specifically for ceramic, enamelling or glass use per chapter notes to avoid reclassification

Include firing test certificates and material safety data sheets (MSDS) for customs compliance

Watch for solvent content; high VOC formulations may require EPA declarations