Acid Blue 127 Dye from China
Acid Blue 127 is a metallized acid dye specified in HTS 3204.12.17.00, used for brilliant blue shades on wool, silk, and polyamide textiles. Its premetallized structure provides excellent light and wet fastness. Commonly used in carpet dyeing and high-end apparel.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Require HPLC chromatograms from suppliers to confirm identity as Acid Blue 127 versus similar blue dyes
• Check for heavy metal content restrictions, as premetallized dyes often contain chromium or cobalt complexes
• Maintain records showing industrial end-use to avoid retail packaging classification in 3212