Copper Phthalocyanine Tetrasulfonic Acid from Japan
Copper phthalocyanine-3,3',4,4'-tetrasulfonic acid, specifically named in HTS 3204.12.20.00, serves as an intermediate for reactive dyes and direct dyes. Provides turquoise blue shades when applied to cotton and wool blends.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Chemical name must exactly match 'Copper phthalocyanine-3,3',4,4'-tetrasulfonic acid'
• Include molecular formula verification in supporting documentation
• Distinguish from pigment derivatives which classify differently