Acid Blue 127 Dye from Germany

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 — Germany → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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