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Acid Blue 9 Dye Powder from Japan

Acid Blue 9, also known as FD&C Blue No. 1, is a synthetic organic acid dye used for coloring textiles, paper, and inks. It falls under HTS 3204.12.45.00 as a product described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which lists specific synthetic dyes subject to quota or tariff modifications.

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

• Verify the dye matches exactly the CAS number and specifications in U.S. note 3 to section VI to avoid reclassification

• Provide certificates of analysis confirming purity and synthetic organic acid dye composition for CBP review

• Monitor quota availability as these products may be subject to absolute or tariff-rate quotas upon entry