Basic Red 13 Ink Dye Base

Basic Red 13 based dye for formulating flexographic inks, offering high chroma red for flexible packaging. HTS 3204.13.20.00 applies as a preparation of the named basic dye under Chapter Note 3. Not a finished ink, avoiding 3215 classification.

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.

3215.19Lower: 11.8% vs 41.5%

If mixed with binders as finished printing ink

Completed printing inks, including flexo and gravure, are classified in 3215 regardless of dye type.

3204.15.80Lower: 24% vs 41.5%

If for vat or sulfur red dyes in inks

Different dye classes like vat reds have separate subheadings in 3204.15.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify non-finished status (dye only) on invoice; comply with FDA color additive regs if food contact; test viscosity for transport stability

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