Disperse Yellow 54 Dye from Japan
Disperse Yellow 54, a methine-based synthetic dye, provides bright yellow shades on polyester and cellulose acetate fibers through fine particle dispersion. It is specifically described in additional U.S. note 3, justifying HTS 3204.11.35.00 classification for other disperse dyes. Ideal for automotive upholstery and sportswear dyeing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain advance CBP binding ruling for note 3 eligibility; include HPLC purity reports showing >85% active dye content
• Pitfall: over 50% solvent content in shipped form may reclassify as 3208 solution