Leafing Aluminum Pigment Dispersion for Enamels from China
Leafing aluminum pigment in liquid paste form, dispersed in aliphatic hydrocarbons for enamel manufacturing, creating floating metallic surfaces. HTS 3212.90.00.10 applies to these nonaqueous dispersions intended as paint ingredients, not finished products. Ideal for decorative and protective enamel applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Document particle size distribution (typically 10-20 microns) to substantiate paint manufacturing classification
• Avoid retail packaging that could trigger heading 3212 retail dye provisions instead of industrial use
• Declare flash point accurately for DOT hazardous material shipping requirements