Product classification
HS code for Ultramarine blue: 3206.41
Colouring matter, ultramarine and preparations based thereon.
Classification of ultramarine blue under HS 3206.41
Ultramarine blue is classified under HS code 3206.41. This code is part of Chapter 32, which covers tanning or dyeing extracts, tannins and their derivatives, dyes, pigments, and other coloring matter. Heading 3206 specifically addresses \"Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in Note 3 to this Chapter.\" Subheading 3206.41 is the dedicated code for ultramarine and preparations based on it. Ultramarine is a complex inorganic pigment consisting of a silicate of aluminum and sodium with sulfur. It is widely used in paints, plastics, and cosmetics. The classification is straightforward because the Harmonized System provides a specific named entry for this substance. It is important to note that this code applies to both the pure pigment and preparations where ultramarine is the essential coloring component, provided they are not covered by more specific headings in Chapter 32. The classification remains 3206.41 even when the pigment is dispersed in a concentrated form within a carrier, such as a masterbatch, provided it is intended for use in coloring other materials.
- Covers
- Synthetic ultramarine blue pigment
- Ultramarine violet
- Ultramarine pink
- Preparations based on ultramarine for industrial use
- Laundry blue (if based on ultramarine)
- Also under 3206.41
- Winsor & Newton Ultramarine Blue
- Sennelier Ultramarine Deep
- BASF Ultramarine Pigments
- Shepherd Color Ultramarine
- Kremer Pigmente Ultramarine
Codes often confused with 3206.41
Common mistake. Ultramarine is sometimes misclassified under 3204.17 (Synthetic organic pigments), but ultramarine is strictly inorganic. It may also be confused with 2530.90 if it is the natural mineral lapis lazuli in its crude state. Another error is 3207.10, which is reserved for prepared pigments used in the ceramic or glass industries.
Top exporters and importers of HS 320641 (the code used for ultramarine blue), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 320641 (the code used for ultramarine blue) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 320641, not only ultramarine blue.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 India $40M 22% of world exports
- 2 Spain $35M 19% of world exports
- 3 France $27M 14% of world exports
World total: $186M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $28M 13% of world imports
- 2 Spain $26M 13% of world imports
- 3 United States $24M 12% of world imports
World total: $206M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for ultramarine blue
Brazil classifies ultramarine blue under NCM 3206.41.00: HS 3206.41 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about ultramarine blue
What is the HS code for Ultramarine blue?
The HS code for Ultramarine blue is 320641 (Colouring matter; ultramarine and preparations based thereon). The specific HS code for ultramarine blue and its preparations is 3206.41.
How do I classify Ultramarine blue for customs?
Ultramarine blue is classified under HS code 320641 — Colouring matter; ultramarine and preparations based thereon. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include natural lapis lazuli?
No, natural lapis lazuli is classified under Chapter 25 (2530.90) as a mineral substance, whereas 3206.41 is for the pigment, typically synthetic.
Which countries are the top exporters of ultramarine blue (HS 320641)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 320641 (the code used for ultramarine blue) in UN Comtrade data were India ($40M, 22% of world exports), Spain ($35M) and France ($27M). World exports came to about $186M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of ultramarine blue (HS 320641)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 320641 (the code used for ultramarine blue) in UN Comtrade data were China ($28M, 13% of world imports), Spain ($26M) and the United States ($24M). World imports came to about $206M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Ultramarine blue the same in all countries?
The base HS code 320641 for Ultramarine blue is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for ultramarine blue in Brazil?
In Brazil, ultramarine blue (HS 320641) is classified under NCM 3206.41.00.