Heading 3206
HTS code 3206 — Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined
- Chapter
- 32 — Dyes, paints and inks
- Tariff lines
- 16
- General duty
- General duty rates from 1.3% to 6.5%, with 1 duty-free line
Tariff lines under heading 3206
Full 10-digit codes with their general (MFN) duty rates. The correct line depends on the product's material, construction, and use.
| HTS code | Description | General rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3206.11.0000 | Containing 80 percent or more by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry matter (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide) | 6% | kg |
| 3206.19.0000 | Other (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Pigments and preparations based on titanium dioxide) | 6% | kg |
| 3206.20.0010 | Chrome yellow (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Pigments and preparations based on chromium compounds) | 3.7% | kg |
| 3206.20.0020 | Molybdenum orange (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Pigments and preparations based on chromium compounds) | 3.7% | kg |
| 3206.20.0030 | Zinc yellow (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Pigments and preparations based on chromium compounds) | 3.7% | kg |
| 3206.20.0050 | Other (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Pigments and preparations based on chromium compounds) | 3.7% | kg |
| 3206.41.0000 | Ultramarine and preparations based thereon (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Other coloring matter and other preparations) | 1.5% | kg |
| 3206.42.0000 | Lithopone and other pigments and preparations based on zinc sulfide (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Other coloring matter and other preparations) | 2.2% | kg |
| 3206.49.1000 | Concentrated dispersions of pigments in plastics materials (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Other coloring matter and other preparations > Other) | 5.9% | kg |
| 3206.49.2000 | Preparations based on iron oxides (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Other coloring matter and other preparations > Other) | 6.5% | kg |
| 3206.49.3000 | Preparations based on zinc oxides (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Other coloring matter and other preparations > Other) | 1.3% | kg |
| 3206.49.4000 | Preparations based on carbon black (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Other coloring matter and other preparations > Other) | Free | kg |
| 3206.49.5500 | Pigments and preparations based on hexacyanoferrates (ferrocyanides and ferricyanides) (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Other coloring matter and other preparations > Other) | 3.7% | kg |
| 3206.49.6010 | Pigments and preparations based on cadmium compounds (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Other coloring matter and other preparations > Other > Other) | 3.1% | kg |
| 3206.49.6050 | Other (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined > Other coloring matter and other preparations > Other > Other) | 3.1% | kg |
| 3206.50.0000 | Inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores (Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined) | 6.5% | kg |
Documents required to import under 3206
Customs paperwork typically required to import these goods into the United States. Conditional items depend on shipment value, transport mode, or origin.
- Commercial InvoiceRequired
- Packing ListRequired
- Bill of Lading / Airway BillRequired
- CBP Entry Summary (7501)Required
Prepared and filed by your customs broker
- CBP Entry / Release (3461)Required
Prepared and filed by your customs broker
- Customs Bond (CBP 301)Conditional
Required for formal entries — generally shipments valued over $2,500
Single-entry or continuous bond, obtained through your broker or a surety
- Importer Security Filing (ISF "10+2")Conditional
Required for ocean freight only
Filed electronically at least 24 hours before loading at the foreign port
- Importer ID Input Record (CBP 5106)Conditional
Required to establish or update your importer-of-record number with CBP
One-time setup for a new importer; not filed per shipment
- Entry Manifest (CBP 7533)Conditional
Alternative to the 3461 for informal, low-value, or contiguous-country entries
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS)Required
- EPA TSCA CertificationConditional
Required for chemical substances regulated under TSCA
- EPA Notice of Arrival (Form 3540-1)Conditional
Required for pesticides and devices (typically Ch. 38)
Common questions
- What is HTS code 3206?
- HTS heading 3206 covers other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined. It sits in Chapter 32 (dyes, paints and inks) of the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule and contains 16 tariff lines.
- What is the duty rate for HTS 3206?
- General duty rates from 1.3% to 6.5%, with 1 duty-free line. The general rate applies to most-favoured-nation trading partners; goods from countries with a free trade agreement may qualify for a reduced or duty-free special rate.
- How many digits does a full HTS code have?
- US import entries require the full 10-digit HTS code. Heading 3206 is the first four digits — the remaining six narrow it down to the specific product, which is what determines the duty rate you actually pay.
Related headings in Chapter 32
- 3201Tanning extracts of vegetable origin; tannins and their salts, ethers, esters and other derivatives
- 3202Synthetic organic tanning substances; inorganic tanning substances; tanning preparations, whether or not containing natural tanning substances; enzymatic preparations for pre-tanning
- 3203Coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts but excluding animal black), whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin
- 3204Synthetic organic coloring matter, whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on synthetic organic coloring matter; synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined
- 3205Color lakes; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on color lakes
- 3207Prepared pigments, prepared opacifiers and prepared colors, vitrifiable enamels and glazes, engobes (slips), liquid lustres and similar preparations, of a kind used in the ceramic, enamelling or glass industry; glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes
- 3208Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a nonaqueous medium; solutions as defined in note 4 to this chapter
- 3209Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium