What types of products fall under HS-4 3206?

HS-4 3206 includes various coloring matter and preparations, particularly those based on titanium dioxide, chromium compounds, ultramarine, lithopone, and luminophores.

How do I choose between HS-6 320611 and 320619?

If your product contains 80% or more titanium dioxide, use HS-6 320611. For less than 80%, classify it under HS-6 320619.

What is the significance of luminophores in this heading?

Luminophores are inorganic products used for their luminescent properties, classified under HS-6 320650.

Are there any specific regulations for importing these products?

Yes, regulations may vary by country, so it's essential to check local import guidelines and any specific requirements for chemical substances.

Can I use HS-4 3206 for organic pigments?

No, HS-4 3206 specifically covers inorganic coloring matter. Organic pigments fall under different headings.

HS-4 · Heading

3206 — Colouring matter and preparations thereof n.e.c. in heading no. 3203, 3204, 3205; inorganic products, kind used as luminophores whether or not chemically defined

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Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 3206 when importing or exporting coloring matter and preparations that don't fit into headings 3203, 3204, or 3205. For example, if you're shipping a pigment preparation containing 85% titanium dioxide, this heading is applicable.

To choose between HS-6 320611 and 320619, consider the titanium dioxide content. If your product contains 80% or more titanium dioxide by weight, classify it under 320611. If it's less than 80%, then use 320619.

For pigments based on chromium compounds, you'll want to use HS-6 320620. This line specifically covers preparations that utilize chromium as a primary component, distinguishing them from titanium-based products.

If your product includes ultramarine or lithopone, refer to HS-6 320641 for ultramarine and 320642 for lithopone. Both are specific types of coloring matter that fall under this heading, but they have distinct chemical compositions.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

HS-4 3206 · coloring matter · pigments · titanium dioxide preparations · chromium compounds · ultramarine pigment · lithopone · luminophores · inorganic coloring products · preparations n.e.c.

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Titanium dioxide preparations with 85% content
Chromium-based pigments for paints
Ultramarine blue pigment for artistic use
Lithopone white pigment for coatings
Other inorganic coloring preparations not specified
Luminophores used in lighting applications

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For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products fall under HS-4 3206?: HS-4 3206 includes various coloring matter and preparations, particularly those based on titanium dioxide, chromium compounds, ultramarine, lithopone, and luminophores.
How do I choose between HS-6 320611 and 320619?: If your product contains 80% or more titanium dioxide, use HS-6 320611. For less than 80%, classify it under HS-6 320619.
What is the significance of luminophores in this heading?: Luminophores are inorganic products used for their luminescent properties, classified under HS-6 320650.
Are there any specific regulations for importing these products?: Yes, regulations may vary by country, so it's essential to check local import guidelines and any specific requirements for chemical substances.
Can I use HS-4 3206 for organic pigments?: No, HS-4 3206 specifically covers inorganic coloring matter. Organic pigments fall under different headings.

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