Rhodamine 2C Base

Rhodamine 2C base is a fluorescent dye intermediate, specifically listed under HTS 2932.99.55.00 as an aromatic heterocyclic compound with oxygen hetero-atoms. This chemical serves as the core structure for producing rhodamine dyes used in textiles, inks, and biological staining. Its classification reflects its oxygen-containing heterocyclic ring structure.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3204.12.50Higher: 41.5% vs 10%

If formulated as finished synthetic fluorescent brightening agent

Chapter note excludes finished coloring matter from Chapter 29; goes to Chapter 32.

3204.19.40.00Higher: 16.5% vs 10%

If processed into commercial dye form with added auxiliaries

Synthetic organic dyes and pigments classified in heading 3204 regardless of heterocyclic structure.

2934.99Higher: 16.5% vs 10%

If containing additional nitrogen hetero-atoms in ring structure

Nucleic acids and derivatives with N/O heteroatoms classified later in 2934 per classification note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include CAS number (specific to Rhodamine 2C base) and spectral data on commercial invoice for Customs verification

Classify as 'base' vs 'salt' form; salts may fall under different provisions within Chapter 29

Check REACH/SVHC compliance for EU re-export; provide purity certificate (>95% typical)