C.I. Vat Brown 3 Concentrate
C.I. Vat Brown 3 Concentrate is a high-purity synthetic organic vat dye used for precise textile coloration, particularly in exhaust dyeing of cellulose fibers. Its chemical specificity and use as a vat dye place it under tariff item 3204.15.00, which covers vat dyes and preparations based thereon.
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 the product is a mixture of synthetic organic colouring matter not specifically named
Other synthetic organic colouring matter, including mixtures, falls under this heading.
If the product is put up in forms or packings for retail sale
Retail-packaged colouring matter is classified under heading 32.12 per chapter note 1.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is classified as a vat dye, not a pigment dispersed in non-aqueous media, which would fall under 3212
• Have the chemical composition and C.I. number ready for CBSA verification
• Verify the Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) duty rate for 3204.15.00, as rates may vary by country of origin
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