Acid Brown 48 Dye from Germany
Acid Brown 48, enumerated in HTS 3204.12.17.00, produces chocolate brown shades on wool with mordants. Used in leather upholstery and heavy woolens. Known for excellent penetration and even dyeing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document shade matching certificates against Colour Index standards for verification
• Separate from metal complex dyes which have different metallization and fastness
• Check for restricted azo components per California Prop 65 requirements