Harmonized System
U.S. exports of Earth Colors with ≥70% Combined Iron as Fe₂O₃ (HS 282120) totaled $27K in August 2026, exported to 5 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataNatural earth colors containing at least 70% by weight of combined iron expressed as Fe₂O₃ — including ochres, siennas, and umbers — are mineral pigments valued for their permanence and low toxicity in architectural coatings, artist materials, and construction products. Brazil leads US imports under tariff line 2821200000, with the United Kingdom and Italy also notable sources, reflecting historic European ochre and sienna mining traditions. The 70% iron threshold is the critical classification boundary: earth colors falling below this threshold may instead classify under Chapter 25 as natural mineral pigments or under other headings, making laboratory analysis of iron content a standard part of entry documentation. Unlike synthetic iron oxide pigments (2821.10), these are naturally occurring mineral materials with characteristic color variation by deposit.
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A certificate of analysis from an accredited laboratory showing the iron content expressed as Fe₂O₃ on a dry-weight basis is the standard supporting document. CBP may request this analysis during entry review or in a CF-28 inquiry. If the iron content falls below 70%, the product may reclassify under Chapter 25 (natural mineral substances) or elsewhere, with potentially different duty treatment.
Natural earth colors are mined, washed, and sometimes calcined mineral materials whose color and composition vary by geological deposit — giving each origin (e.g., Italian raw sienna, English ochre) distinct hue characteristics prized in artist-grade and heritage restoration applications. Synthetic iron oxide pigments under 2821.10 are manufactured to tight color-space and particle-size specifications for industrial consistency. The two product types rarely compete directly; natural earths command premium pricing in specialty markets while synthetics dominate high-volume industrial use.
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Subheading 2 of 2 in heading 2821
Subheading 282120 · $27K of $6.2M
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Low of 9 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. exported $425K of Earth Colors with ≥70% Combined Iron as Fe₂O₃.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 9 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2821200000 | Earth Color Cont > 70% by Wt Combine Iron As Fe2o3 | — | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2821200000 | Earth Color Cont > 70% by Wt Combine Iron As Fe2o3 | $27K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Exports · August 2026
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Mexico and France together take 100% of it.
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None recorded for this period.