About HS Code 321310
This HS code covers sets of colors specifically prepared and packaged for artists, students, or signboard painters. These retail-oriented products typically include multiple tubes, pans, or bottles of various hues, often accompanied by brushes or other accessories, designed for creative and educational purposes. The key differentiator is the 'set' format and the intended user group, which drives demand in the art and craft market. Importers are art supply stores, educational institutions, and craft retailers. Exporters are manufacturers of art materials. Trade focuses on product variety, quality, and appeal to different skill levels, from beginners to professionals.
Products Under This Code
Watercolor paint sets, acrylic paint sets, oil paint sets, gouache sets, tempera paint sets, poster paint sets, fabric paint sets, drawing ink sets
Real World Examples
Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Set, Liquitex Basics Acrylic Set, Faber-Castell Art & Graphic Set, Reeves Acrylic Paint Set, Crayola Washable Paint Set
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with individual colors in 321390 if not clearly packaged as a set, or with industrial paints if the 'artist/student' use is not evident.
Products Classified Under 3213.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
China, the USA, and Germany are major markets for both importing and exporting these popular art and craft supplies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 321310?
HS code 321310 covers: Colours; in sets, of a kind used by artists, students or signboard painters. This HS code covers sets of colors specifically prepared and packaged for artists, students, or signboard painters. These retail-oriented products typically include multiple tubes, pans, or bottles of various hues, often accompanied by brushes or other accessories, designed for creative and educational purposes. The key differentiator is the 'set' format and the intended user group, which drives demand in the art and craft market. Importers are art supply stores, educational institutions, and craft retailers. Exporters are manufacturers of art materials. Trade focuses on product variety, quality, and appeal to different skill levels, from beginners to professionals.
What products fall under HS code 321310?
Watercolor paint sets, acrylic paint sets, oil paint sets, gouache sets, tempera paint sets, poster paint sets, fabric paint sets, drawing ink sets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 321310?
Can be confused with individual colors in 321390 if not clearly packaged as a set, or with industrial paints if the 'artist/student' use is not evident.
How is HS code 321310 structured?
HS code 321310 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (32) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (13) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.