Basic Blue 9 Dye Powder
Basic Blue 9, also known as Astrazone Blue, is a synthetic organic basic dye used for coloring paper, inks, and textiles. It falls under HTS 3204.13.60.00 as a basic dye described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which specifies certain listed synthetic organic coloring matters.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as a disperse dye
Disperse dyes like certain azo compounds fall under a different subheading based on solubility and application method.
If put up in retail packaging
Dyes packaged for retail sale in forms like small bottles shift to heading 3212, excluding bulk industrial forms.
If in prepared mixtures exceeding note 3 specifications
Complex dye preparations or mixtures may classify as chemical preparations rather than pure coloring matter.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the Color Index name and CAS number against U.S. note 3 to section VI for accurate classification
• Provide Certificates of Analysis confirming purity and chemical definition to avoid misclassification
• Label packages with exact dye name, strength, and safety data to comply with TSCA and EPA import requirements
Related Products under HTS 3204.13.60.00
Basic Red 18 Dye Crystals
Basic Red 18, known as Rhodamine B, is a fluorescent basic dye used in cosmetics, inks, and biological staining. Classified under HTS 3204.13.60.00 per additional U.S. note 3, as a specified synthetic organic basic dye.
Methylene Blue Trihydrate Powder
Methylene Blue is a basic thiazine dye used in medical diagnostics, aquariums, and textiles. It qualifies for HTS 3204.13.60.00 as a product listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for synthetic organic basic dyes.
Basic Yellow 2 Dye Paste
Basic Yellow 2, or Auramine O, is a fluorescent basic dye for paper coating and cellulosic fibers. Classified in HTS 3204.13.60.00 per additional U.S. note 3 listing for synthetic basic coloring matter.
Rhodamine 6G Basic Dye Powder
Rhodamine 6G is a xanthene basic dye prized for laser dyes and fluorescent tracers. It matches HTS 3204.13.60.00 criteria as a basic dye in U.S. note 3 to section VI.
Basic Green 4 Dye Solution
Basic Green 4, or Malachite Green oxalate, is used for silk dyeing and fish disease treatment. Covered by HTS 3204.13.60.00 as per U.S. note 3 for specified basic dyes.
Victoria Blue B Dye Base
Victoria Blue B is a triarylmethane basic dye for cotton and paper applications. It qualifies under HTS 3204.13.60.00 as listed in additional U.S. note 3.