C.I. Fast Red Base B from China
C.I. Fast Red Base B is a sulfonamide-derived diazo component used in the production of azo dyes for textile coloration. It functions as a fast color base that couples with naphthol salts to produce vibrant, lightfast red shades on cotton fabrics. Classified under HTS 2935.90.20.00 as a fast color base within the sulfonamides category per Chapter 29 notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
112.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificates to confirm chemical identity as per Chapter 29 note (a); ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption which affects reactivity; declare as dye intermediate not finished coloring matter to avoid Chapter 32 reclassification