Acid Yellow 23 Dye Concentrate from Mexico
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.
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
• 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