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Methylene Blue for Aquaculture Treatment

Methylene Blue solution or powder formulated for fish disease treatment in aquaculture. It is classified under tariff item 3204.13.00 as the named basic dye, provided for veterinary staining and therapeutic use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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3004.90.00Same rate: Free

If sold as a veterinary medicament in measured doses

Medicaments are classified under heading 30.04.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• If the product is for therapeutic use, verify it is not a veterinary medicament under heading 30.04

• Have the purity and formulation details ready for CBSA

• Ensure the product is not put up in measured doses for retail sale, which could fall under 30.04

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Basic Blue 147 Dye for Textile Application

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Basic Blue 147 for Ink Manufacturing

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