Lustres; liquid lustres and similar preparations

HS v2022 Code: 320730

About lustres; liquid lustres and similar preparations

HS code 320730 covers a range of specialized coatings and finishes known as 'lustres'. These products are used to add a shimmering, metallic-like appearance to various surfaces, including ceramics, glass, and even textiles. Lustres play a crucial role in the decorative and finishing industries, enhancing the aesthetic appeal and perceived value of a wide array of consumer and industrial products.

Production process

The production of lustres typically involves the suspension of fine metallic or pearlescent pigments in a liquid medium, such as a solvent or water-based solution. These pigments are carefully selected and processed to achieve the desired optical effects. The mixture is then formulated with binders, solvents, and other additives to create a stable, uniform, and easily applicable coating material.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of lustres include metallic or pearlescent pigments, such as 282490 Pigments and preparations based on cadmium compounds, 282520 Chromium oxides and hydroxides, and 253090 Mineral substances not elsewhere specified. Additionally, the industry relies on various solvents, binders, and other chemical additives to formulate the final lustrous products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 320730 are the lustrous coatings and finishes themselves, which are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 701990 Other articles of glass, 691200 Ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles, and 590700 Textile fabrics otherwise impregnated, coated or covered; painted canvas being theatrical scenery, studio back-cloths or the like.

Revisions to 320730

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 320730. The most recent 1 version of this code (320730) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 320730.

Family tree for lustres; liquid lustres and similar preparations

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/32'>32: Tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3207'>3207: Pigments, prepared; opacifiers, colours, vitrifiable enamels, glazes, engobes (slips), liquid lustres etc as used in the ceramic enamelling or glass industry; glass frit and powder, granules or flakes</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/320730'>320730: Lustres; liquid lustres and similar preparations</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/320710'>320710: Pigments; prepared pigments, opacifiers, colours and similar preparations</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/320720'>320720: Enamels and glazes; vitrifiable enamels and glazes, engobes (slips) and similar preparations</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/320740'>320740: Glass; glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes</a>"]

    

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