What is HS code 321390 used for?
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HS-6 · Subheading
321390
Colours; (other than in sets), of a kind used by artists, students or signboard painters
Heading 3213 — Colours; artists, students, or signboard painters, modifying tints, amusement colours and the like; in tablets, tubes, jars, bottles, pan or in similar forms or packings
Chapter 32: Tanning or dyeing extracts
Plain-language overview
Use HS-6 321390 when importing or exporting artist colors that are not packaged in sets. This includes products like individual tubes or jars of paint used by artists and students. For example, a shipment of 100 tubes of acrylic paint would fall under this code.
This subheading specifically covers colors used by artists, students, or signboard painters. Unlike HS-6 321391, which includes colors in sets, 321390 focuses on individual colors. If you have a shipment of non-set colors, this is the correct classification.
Products classified under HS-6 321390 can include various types of paint such as oil paints, watercolors, and gouache. These items are typically sold in containers like jars or tubes and are intended for artistic use.
When considering this classification, be aware that similar products like inks and varnishes may fall under different HS codes, such as HS-6 3215 for inks. Ensure your product aligns with the specific characteristics of 321390.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-6 subheading.
artist colors · individual paint tubes · watercolor paint · oil paint shipment · gouache paint · non-set colors · art supplies · signboard painting colors · acrylic paint · paint containers · student art supplies · individual jars of paint · shipping artist materials · color classification · paint packaging · artistic use colors
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- 100 tubes of oil paint for artists
- 50 jars of watercolor paint for students
- 25 bottles of acrylic paint in various colors
- 200 tubes of gouache paint for signboard painters
- 30 containers of non-set artist colors
- 10 packs of individual artist colors in jars
- 75 tubes of tempera paint for educational use
- 40 bottles of fabric paint for textile artists
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify artist colors for import?
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Are individual paint tubes covered under HS 321390?
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What types of products fall under HS 321390?
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How to determine if my paint is in sets or not?
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Can I use HS 321390 for gouache paint?
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What packaging qualifies for HS code 321390?
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Differences between HS 321390 and 321391?
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Related topics
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How to classify individual artist colors for customs
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Examples of products under HS code 321390
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Understanding the differences between HS 321390 and 321391
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What types of paint are included in HS 321390?
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Guidelines for importing artist colors in tubes
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Shipping individual colors for artists under HS 321390
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Classification questions for non-set artist colors
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What are the packaging requirements for HS 321390?
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of paint are classified under HS 321390?
- HS 321390 includes individual colors used by artists, such as oil paints, acrylics, watercolors, and gouache, sold in tubes or jars.
- How do I know if my product falls under HS 321390?
- If your product is an individual color used for artistic purposes and not part of a set, it likely falls under HS 321390.
- Can I classify my paint in sets under HS 321390?
- No, paints sold in sets should be classified under HS 321391, while individual colors belong to HS 321390.
- What packaging is acceptable for HS 321390?
- HS 321390 covers paints in tubes, jars, or similar containers intended for artistic use.
- Are there any specific import regulations for HS 321390?
- Always check your country's import regulations, but generally, HS 321390 products should comply with safety and labeling standards.
- How can I differentiate between HS 321390 and HS 3215?
- HS 321390 is for artist colors, while HS 3215 covers inks and varnishes. Ensure your product's intended use aligns with the correct code.
- What if my product is a mix of colors and not individual?
- If your product contains multiple colors packaged together, it may fall under HS 321391 instead of HS 321390.
- Is there a specific tariff rate for HS 321390?
- Tariff rates can vary by country, so check with your customs broker or local regulations for the applicable rates for HS 321390.
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