High Purity Synthetic Indigo for Research
Ultra-pure (99+%) synthetic indigo (Vat Blue 1, CI 73000) for chemical research and dye development laboratories. As a named synthetic organic vat dye, it falls under this tariff item, even though it is a separate chemically defined compound, since chapter note 1(a) allows dyes of heading 32.04.
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 |
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Section note 4 directs products to headings that reference them by name or function over heading 38.27, but if not, 38.27 may apply.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is classified as a dye of heading 32.04, not as a separate chemically defined compound of Chapter 29, per chapter note 1(a)
• Provide the purity certificate and intended use (research) to CBSA
• If the product is for laboratory use only, confirm it does not fall under other headings like 38.27
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