Methylene Blue Aqueous Solution 1% for Microscopy from Japan
1% aqueous solution of Methylene Blue (3,7-Bis(dimethylamino) phenazathionium chloride) for biological staining in microscopy. Classified under HTS 3204.13.45.00 as the specifically named basic dye, even in dilute solution form. Excludes non-aqueous dispersions per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
• Specify exact concentration and solvent composition to distinguish from medicinal preparations
• Include end-use statement for laboratory staining to prevent reclassification as pharmaceutical
• Package in leak-proof containers with proper UN hazardous goods declaration if >10% concentration