Basic Violet 14 Dye Preparation from Japan
Basic Violet 14, also known as Rhodamine B variants, colors ballpoint inks, cosmetics, and acrylic textiles with intense magenta hue. Covered under HTS 3204.13.10.00 as a listed basic dye preparation per note 3. Its fluorescent properties enhance vibrancy in low concentrations.
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
• Include REACH compliance docs if from EU, confirming no restricted substances in dye synthesis
• Distinguish from pigments; liquid dispersions may reclassify if meeting 3206 criteria
• For sets with mordants, consider assembled article rules vs individual dye import