3212.90.00.50/Copper Flake Paste for Decorative Paints/Japan

Copper Flake Paste for Decorative Paints from Japan

Nonaqueous paste with copper metallic flakes for antique-finish decorative paints and enamels. Under HTS 3212.90.0050 for paint manufacturing pigments, distinct from bulk metals or stamping foils. Provides rich patina effects in architectural applications.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Declare copper purity (<99%) to stay in pigments vs

• Chapter 74

• Include oxidation stabilizer formulation details for stability claims

• Avoid 'foil' terminology to prevent 3212.90.10 stamping foil confusion