Silver Metallic Effect Pigment Dispersion from Germany
Liquid dispersion of silver-coated glass flakes in ester solvents for premium paint metallic effects. Falls under HTS 3212.90.0050 as nonaqueous media pigment for enamels, excluded from Chapter 32 synthetic colors. Used in luxury automotive and architectural coatings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide coating thickness specs (e.g
• 50nm silver layer) to confirm pigment status vs
• Chapter 71 precious metals
• Ensure solvent flash point data for DOT shipping; flammables common in these media