Acid Yellow 23 Dye Concentrate
Acid Yellow 23, commonly used in food contact inks and synthetic fiber dyeing, is a listed synthetic acid dye under additional U.S. note 3. It qualifies for HTS 3204.12.45.00 due to its specific identification in the tariff schedule.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If reactive dyes
Reactive dyes form covalent bonds with fibers and are classified separately in 3204.16 from acid dyes.
If dispersed in nonaqueous media for paint production
Chapter note 3 excludes pigments dispersed in nonaqueous media, directing them to Chapter 38 as chemical preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly with Color Index name (C.I. 19140) and strength percentage
• Obtain pre-shipment approval if subject to quantitative restrictions in note 3
• Test for heavy metal content to prevent FDA issues if used in food packaging inks
Related Products under HTS 3204.12.45.00
Acid Blue 9 Dye Powder
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.
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.
Mordant Black 11 Dye Powder
Mordant Black 11 requires a metal mordant for fixation on textiles and is specified in U.S. note 3 to section VI. This synthetic organic product falls under HTS 3204.12.45.00 for acid/mordant dyes with special tariff provisions.
Acid Orange 7 Dye Liquid Preparation
Liquid preparation of Acid Orange 7 (C.I. 15510) for leather and paper coloration, listed under additional U.S. note 3. HTS 3204.12.45.00 applies to these specified synthetic organic acid dye products.
Acid Violet 49 Dye Granules
Granulated Acid Violet 49 for silk and wool dyeing applications, subject to U.S. note 3 provisions. This synthetic acid dye is classified in HTS 3204.12.45.00 as a specifically described product.
Mordant Red 4 Dye Dispersion
Aqueous dispersion of Mordant Red 4 requiring aluminum mordants for textile fastness, listed in note 3. HTS 3204.12.45.00 governs these specialized synthetic coloring matters.