New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Acid Blue 127 Dye from Japan

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 — 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

• 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