Bone Black Pigment Powder
Bone black is a finely ground animal black produced by calcining animal bones in closed retorts, used primarily as a dense black pigment in paints and inks. It falls under HTS 3802.90.1000 as bone black, distinct from other activated carbons or mineral products due to its animal origin and manufacturing process. This carbon-rich material provides superior tinting strength and opacity.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If chemically activated with steam or chemicals
Activated carbon from any source (not specifically animal black) falls under 3802.10; bone black is naturally produced without activation.
If chemically modified or mixed with binders for industrial use
Prepared chemical mixtures or preparations not purely bone black shift to Chapter 38 heading 3824 for composite products.
If unprocessed natural mineral carbon or graphite
Natural, unactivated mineral products like graphite are classified under Chapter 25, not animal-derived blacks in 3802.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and animal origin certification to confirm classification under bone black subheading, avoiding reclassification as general activated carbon
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Certificates of Analysis showing carbon content >50% from bone char process for CBP review
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Spent Bone Black Decolorizing Agent
Spent bone black is used animal black recovered after decolorizing sugar syrups in refineries, retaining carbon properties for reuse in filtration. Classified under HTS 3802.90.1000 as 'spent animal black' including bone black variants. Its porous structure from bone char process makes it ideal for adsorption applications.
Bone Char Black for Artist Oils
High-grade bone black derived from cattle bones, ground to micron fineness for mixing into artist oil paints providing deep matte black tones. HTS 3802.90.1000 applies as pure bone black pigment without additives. Its low oil absorption distinguishes it from lampblack or carbon black alternatives.
Refinery Bone Black Filter Media
Granular bone black used in petroleum refineries for removing color impurities from oils and waxes through adsorption. Falls under HTS 3802.90.1000 as animal black specifically bone black for industrial filtration. Particle size 4-20 mesh optimized for fixed-bed applications.
Pharmaceutical Bone Black Decolorizer
Ultra-pure bone black meeting USP standards for decolorizing and purifying pharmaceutical intermediates and APIs. Classified HTS 3802.90.1000 as bone black when used as adsorbent in drug manufacturing. Low heavy metal content ensures compliance with pharmacopeia requirements.
Bone Black Ink Dispersion Base
Dry bone black powder serving as base for dispersion in printing inks, offering neutral pH and high jetness. HTS 3802.90.1000 covers this pure animal black before vehicle addition. Preferred over channel black for certain offset lithography applications.
Food Grade Bone Black Sugar Filter
Food contact approved bone black granules (4x40 mesh) for decolorizing raw sugar liquors in beet/sugar cane refining. Falls under HTS 3802.90.1000 as bone black used in food processing. Meets FDA 21 CFR 173.290 specifications for indirect food additives.