Mordant Blue 1 Dye for Wool from Japan
Mordant Blue 1 is a premetallized acid dye used with mordants on protein fibers like wool and silk for brilliant blue shades. It offers superior light and wash fastness after metal complex formation. This specific mordant dye is listed under HTS 3204.12.30.00.
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
• Include dyeing process instructions and fiber compatibility data; verify Color Index number matches Blue 1
• Avoid mislabeling as reactive dye (Chapter 32 heading 3204.16); mordant dyes require metal salts
• For bulk imports, ensure container ventilation per IMDG hazardous goods regulations