3212.90.00.50/Pearl White Mica Paste for Marine Paints/Japan

Pearl White Mica Paste for Marine Paints from Japan

Nonaqueous paste of titanium-coated mica for pearlescent marine enamel paints. HTS 3212.90.0050 for such dispersions used in paint production, excluded from Chapter 32 retail or raw forms. Enhances UV resistance in boat coatings.

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

• TiO2 coating percentage (>20%) critical to distinguish from raw mica

• IMO SOLAS compliance if marine-certified

• Retail aerosol misclassification common for small packs