Leather Finishing Water Pigment

A prepared water-based pigment specifically formulated for applying a colored finish to leather goods such as shoes and bags. It falls under HTS 3210.00.00.00 as it is explicitly listed as prepared water pigments used for finishing leather, distinct from general paints or varnishes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.8%+35.0%36.8%
🇲🇽Mexico1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇨🇦Canada1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇩🇪Germany1.8%+10.0%11.8%
🇯🇵Japan1.8%+10.0%11.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

3208.10.00.00Higher: 38.7% vs 36.8%

If formulated primarily with synthetic polymers in non-aqueous medium

Paints and varnishes based on synthetic polymers fall under heading 3208, not 'other' paints of 3210.

3212.90.00Higher: 38.1% vs 36.8%

If put up in retail packaging under 8kg for hobby or craft use

Retail-packed pigments for non-industrial use shift to heading 3212 as artists' colors or prepared paints.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the product is water-based and specifically for leather finishing to avoid reclassification as general paints under 3208 or 3209

Include lab analysis or manufacturer specs confirming leather application to support classification during customs review