Astrazone Blue FG Basic Blue 3 from Germany
Astrazone Blue FG is the commercial name for high-purity Basic Blue 3 used in inkjet printing and textile dyeing. Falls under HTS 3204.13.25.00 as the tariff specifically names Basic Blue 3 regardless of trade name. Offers excellent water solubility and color stability.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide manufacturer's specification sheet linking trade name to Basic Blue 3 CI 51004 for customs verification
• Declare ≥98% purity to qualify as chemically defined coloring matter per chapter notes
• Watch for combo shipments with acid dyes; mixed containers risk 3204.19 reclassification