Harmonized System
U.S. imports of nonaqueous pigments, dyes, and coloring materials in retail packaging (HS 321290) totaled $10.9M in August 2026, imported from 44 countries.
Importers of Nonaqueous Pigments, Dyes, and Coloring Materials in Retail Packaging paid $1.1M in duties in August 2026, an effective tariff rate of 10.37% of the $10.9M imported — duty actually collected as a share of that value, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 2026 dataMetallic aluminum pigments and other nonaqueous coloring materials put up for retail sale — including artist pigments, craft colorants, and specialty effect pigments — are split at the US tariff level between metallic aluminum pigments (3212900010) and all other nonaqueous retail coloring materials (3212900050). Germany leads US supply under this heading, consistent with its global position in high-performance effect pigments used in automotive coatings, cosmetics, and printing inks. Importers should note that aluminum pigments in paste or powder form may also trigger review under DOT hazardous materials regulations depending on particle size and flammability classification.
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The 3212900010 line is specifically reserved for pigments composed of metallic aluminum — typically leafing or non-leafing aluminum flake or powder dispersed in a solvent or paste carrier. All other nonaqueous pigments and coloring materials in retail packaging that are not metallic aluminum fall into the residual line 3212900050. The chemical identity of the pigment metal or colorant is the determining factor.
Yes. Aluminum pigments in dry powder or flake form can be classified as flammable solids under DOT and IATA/IMDG regulations, requiring proper hazmat labeling, packaging, and documentation. Paste-form aluminum pigments (wetted with mineral spirits or other solvents) may carry different hazard classifications. Importers should confirm the correct UN number and packing group with their freight forwarder and review SDS documentation before arranging shipment.
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Subheading 1 of 2 in heading 3212
Subheading 321290 · $10.9M of $18.9M
ImportsExports
Imports
$10.9MYoY · free account
Exports
$12.9MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
YoY · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $121.5M of Nonaqueous Pigments, Dyes, and Coloring Materials in Retail Packaging.
Through August 2026. 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 | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3212900050 | Pigments,Nonaqueus,Oth Coloring Mat,Retail,NESOI | $6.1M | 8.68% | 80.27% | $529K |
| 3212900010 | Metallic Aluminum Pigments | $4.8M | 12.52% | 105.91% | $597K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3212900050 | Pigments,Nonaqueus,Oth Coloring Mat,Retail,NESOI | $9.8M |
| 3212900010 | Metallic Aluminum Pigments | $3.1M |
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.
Imports · August 2026
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11.1% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 10.37% of total import value.