Acid Red 88 Dye Preparation

Acid Red 88 is a synthetic organic acid dye preparation used in wool dyeing and leather coloring applications. Classified under HTS 3204.12.45.00 due to its listing in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for specific tariff treatment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3204.14.30.00Same rate: 41.5%

If direct dyes rather than acid dyes

Direct dyes for cellulosic fibers like cotton fall under 3204.14, differentiated by dyeing mechanism without mordants.

3204.19.40.00Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If for other synthetic organic dyes not specified in note 3

Dyes not listed in U.S. note 3 move to the general 'other' category in 3204.19.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include detailed technical data sheets showing application as acid dye for protein fibers like wool

Check for visa requirements if originating from quota countries listed in note 3

Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring concentration, which affects duty calculation

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