Copper Leaf Flakes for Decorative Coatings
Imitation copper leaf in flake form for architectural coatings and faux finishing applications, providing metallic luster. Classified as lamellar copper flakes under HTS 7406.20.00.00.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If packaged as finished copper leaf sheets
Copper leaf in sheet/roll form for direct application classified as imitation jewelry articles.
If pre-dispersed in synthetic resin medium
Flakes in paint vehicles become 'pigments in linseed oil or vehicles' under Chapter 32.
If for roofing applications as granules
Copper flakes adhered to roofing granules shift to clad roofing products classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide coating manufacturer specs confirming flake use in paint formulation, not as finished leaf
• Distinguish from 'metal leaf' (7117.90) by declaring as powder/flake for dispersion
• Batch certificates showing consistent lamellar structure prevent customs disputes
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