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Basic Blue 147 Powder for Paper Dyeing from China

High-strength Basic Blue 147 powder specifically for surface coloring of paper and cardboard products. Named directly in HTS 3204.13.45.00 as synthetic organic basic dye. Provides brilliant blue shades with good light fastness on paper substrates.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Include paper dyeing application data sheets showing solubility and shade characteristics

Certify dye content >90% to maintain classification as pure coloring matter

Declare intended paper substrate use to differentiate from textile or leather applications