HS Code for Titanium dioxide blend

Titanium dioxide blends are classified under HS code 3206.19. This code is part of the heading for coloring matter and preparations based on titanium dioxide. Specifically, 3206.19 is used for preparations that contain less than 80% by weight of titanium dioxide calculated on the dry matter. These blends often include other pigments, extenders, or carriers and are used extensively in the plastics, ink, and coating industries. The classification is determined by the concentration of the active TiO2 component. Because these are "preparations" rather than pure chemicals, they are excluded from Chapter 28 and placed in Chapter 32. The 80% threshold is a critical legal divider in the Harmonized System, ensuring that diluted or heavily modified pigment preparations are distinguished from high-concentration pigmentary grades.

Products Included

• TiO2 masterbatches with <80% concentration
• Blended white pigment preparations
• Titanium dioxide mixed with calcium carbonate
• Low-concentration TiO2 dispersions
• Coloring matter based on TiO2 with significant fillers

Common Misclassification

This code is most often confused with HS code 3206.11, which is for preparations containing 80% or more titanium dioxide. Importers must have precise laboratory analysis or technical data sheets to prove the weight percentage. It is also sometimes misclassified under 3204 if it is part of a synthetic organic coloring preparation, though 3206 is the correct heading for inorganic-based pigments like titanium dioxide.

FAQ

What is the HS code for a titanium dioxide blend?

The HS code for a blend containing less than 80% titanium dioxide is 3206.19.

How is the 80% concentration calculated?

The percentage is calculated based on the dry weight of the titanium dioxide relative to the total dry weight of the entire preparation.