Acid Blue 9 Dye Powder from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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