Chapter 32 HS Codes: Chapter 32 Commodities
CHAPTER DEFINITION & SCOPE
HS Chapter 32 of the WCO Harmonized System covers chapter 32 commodities. It groups 15 4-digit WCO headings and 45 6-digit subheadings under the official 2026 customs nomenclature [USITC HTS 2026].
Chapter
Ch 32
Headings
15 Headings
Subheadings
45 HS6
US Tariff Status
Active 2026
Chapter 32 4-Digit Headings Directory
| Heading | WCO Heading Description | Subheading Count | Directory Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heading 3201 | Tanning extracts of vegetable origin; tannins and their salts, ethers, esters and other derivatives | 3 subheadings | Browse Heading 3201 → |
| Heading 3202 | Synthetic organic tanning substances; inorganic tanning substances; tanning preparations, whether or not containing natural tanning substances; enzymatic preparations for pre-tanning | 2 subheadings | Browse Heading 3202 → |
| Heading 3203 | Coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts but excluding animal black), whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin | 1 subheadings | Browse Heading 3203 → |
| Heading 3204 | Synthetic organic coloring matter, whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on synthetic organic coloring matter; synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined | 11 subheadings | Browse Heading 3204 → |
| Heading 3205 | Color lakes; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on color lakes | 1 subheadings | Browse Heading 3205 → |
| Heading 3206 | Other coloring matter; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter, other than those of heading 3203, 3204 or 3205; inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined | 7 subheadings | Browse Heading 3206 → |
| Heading 3207 | Prepared pigments, prepared opacifiers and prepared colors, vitrifiable enamels and glazes, engobes (slips), liquid lustres and similar preparations, of a kind used in the ceramic, enamelling or glass industry; glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes | 4 subheadings | Browse Heading 3207 → |
| Heading 3208 | Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a nonaqueous medium; solutions as defined in note 4 to this chapter | 3 subheadings | Browse Heading 3208 → |
| Heading 3209 | Paints and varnishes (including enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in an aqueous medium | 2 subheadings | Browse Heading 3209 → |
| Heading 3210 | Other paints and varnishes (including enamels, lacquers and distempers); prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather | 1 subheadings | Browse Heading 3210 → |
| Heading 3211 | Prepared driers | 1 subheadings | Browse Heading 3211 → |
| Heading 3212 | Pigments (including metallic powders and flakes) dispersed in nonaqueous media, in liquid or paste form, of a kind used in the manufacture of paints (including enamels); stamping foils; dyes and other coloring matter put up in forms or packings for retail sale | 2 subheadings | Browse Heading 3212 → |
| Heading 3213 | Artists', students' or signboard painters' colors, modifying tints, amusement colors and the like, in tablets, tubes, jars, bottles, pans or in similar forms or packings | 2 subheadings | Browse Heading 3213 → |
| Heading 3214 | Glaziers' putty, grafting putty, resin cements, caulking compounds and other mastics; painters' fillings; nonrefractory surfacing preparations for facades, indoor walls, floors, ceilings or the like | 2 subheadings | Browse Heading 3214 → |
| Heading 3215 | Printing ink, writing or drawing ink and other inks, whether or not concentrated or solid | 3 subheadings | Browse Heading 3215 → |
Chapter 32 Subheading Sample & MFN Duty Rates
| HS Code | Subheading Description | Heading | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3201.10 | Tanning extracts of vegetable origin; tannins and their salts, ethers, esters and other derivatives, Quebracho extract | 3201 | View 3201.10 → |
| 3201.20 | Tanning extracts of vegetable origin; tannins and their salts, ethers, esters and other derivatives, Wattle extract | 3201 | View 3201.20 → |
| 3201.90 | Other | 3201 | View 3201.90 → |
| 3202.10 | Synthetic organic tanning substances | 3202 | View 3202.10 → |
| 3202.90 | Synthetic organic tanning substances; inorganic tanning substances; tanning preparations, whether or not containing natural tanning substances; enzymatic preparations for pre-tanning, Other | 3202 | View 3202.90 → |
| 3203.00 | Coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts but excluding animal black), whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin | 3203 | View 3203.00 → |
| 3204.11 | Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter, Disperse dyes and preparations based thereon | 3204 | View 3204.11 → |
| 3204.12 | Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter, Acid dyes, whether or not premetallized, and preparations based thereon; mordant dyes and preparations based thereon | 3204 | View 3204.12 → |
| 3204.13 | Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter, Basic dyes and preparations based thereon | 3204 | View 3204.13 → |
| 3204.14 | Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter, Direct dyes and preparations based thereon | 3204 | View 3204.14 → |
| 3204.15 | Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter, Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations based thereon | 3204 | View 3204.15 → |
| 3204.16 | Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter, Reactive dyes and preparations based thereon | 3204 | View 3204.16 → |
| 3204.17 | Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter, Pigments and preparations based thereon | 3204 | View 3204.17 → |
| 3204.18 | Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter, Carotenoid coloring matters and preparations based thereon | 3204 | View 3204.18 → |
| 3204.19 | Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter, Other, including mixtures of coloring matter of two or more of the subheadings 3204.11 to 3204.19 | 3204 | View 3204.19 → |
EXPERT CLASSIFICATION PRO TIPS
Common Pitfalls When Classifying Chapter 32 Goods
- Always review WCO Section and Chapter Legal Notes before assigning 4-digit headings.
- Distinguish carefully between unprocessed raw materials and further prepared or processed articles.
- Verify Partner Government Agency (PGA) flags for agriculture, food, or chemical items.
- Cross-reference official CBP CROSS rulings for binding precedents on mixed or composite goods.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Chapter 32 Tariff ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
Customs Rulings Online Search System for Chapter 32 binding classification precedents.
WCO HS Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization international 6-digit Harmonized System backbone standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau trade statistics and Schedule B concordance portal.
Chapter 32 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commodities are covered under HS Chapter 32?
Chapter 32 (Chapter 32 Commodities) covers WCO Harmonized System 4-digit headings from 3201 upward, encompassing primary goods, raw materials, and manufactured articles within this nomenclature section.
How many 4-digit headings exist in HS Chapter 32?
Chapter 32 contains 15 official 4-digit WCO headings and 45 6-digit tariff subheadings.
What is the US general import duty range for Chapter 32 commodities?
Base customs duties under Chapter 32 range from 0.0% (Duty-Free) up to representative MFN rate limits depending on 10-digit HTS statistical suffix extensions.
Do Section 301 China tariffs apply to Chapter 32 imports?
Section 301 tariffs depend on specific 8-digit HTS subheadings. Importers must verify if their exact HTS code appears on USTR Lists 1 through 4A.
Are Partner Government Agency (PGA) permits required for Chapter 32?
PGA message-set flags (such as FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA, or CITES) apply conditionally depending on the commodity classification within Chapter 32.
How are products classified between adjacent headings in Chapter 32?
Classification follows WCO General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 through 6, prioritizing specific heading terms over general descriptions.
Can Chapter 32 goods enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in USMCA member states (US, Mexico, Canada) or FTA partners enter duty-free under SPI code P, KR, AU, or CL with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Chapter 32 shipments?
Eligible commercial shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day may enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal entry of Chapter 32 goods?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading/Air Waybill, and entry summary CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP ruling for Chapter 32?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling application under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division.