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Acid Violet 19 Dye Powder from Japan

Pure Acid Violet 19 (CI 61965), a synthetic organic acid dye in powdered form, used for dyeing wool, silk, and nylon fabrics. It falls under HTS 3204.12.13.00 as a chemically defined acid violet dye specified in the tariff schedule for synthetic organic coloring matter.

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

• Verify dye purity and CI number (61965) via lab testing to confirm classification under 3204.12.13.00

• Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical composition certificates for customs clearance

• Avoid misclassification as a preparation; pure dyes require specific chemical identity documentation