Basic Red 13 Ink Dye Base
A dye base based on Basic Red 13, formulated for use in flexographic inks for flexible packaging. It is a preparation of a synthetic organic basic dye, not a finished ink, and is classified under 3204.13.00 as a basic dye preparation.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as a finished printing ink
Finished inks are classified under heading 32.15, not as dye preparations.
If the solvent weight exceeds 50% of the solution
Chapter Note 4 directs such solutions to heading 32.08.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is not a finished ink, which would fall under heading 32.15
• Provide a formulation breakdown to CBSA showing it is a dye preparation, not a pigment dispersion
• Check if the solvent content exceeds 50%, which could shift classification to 32.08
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