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.

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.

3208.90.00Lower: 38.2% vs 41.5%

If high solvent content (>50%)

Per chapter note, solutions with excess volatile organic solvent classify in 3208.

3808.94.50Lower: 30% vs 41.5%

If for pesticide or disinfectant use

Malachite Green as biocide classifies under Chapter 38 disinfectants.

3212.10.00Lower: 39.7% vs 41.5%

If retail artist's color sets

Dyes in small retail tubes for artists shift to heading 3212.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Solutions under 50% solvent stay in 3204; measure and document solvent accurately

Aquaculture uses need FDA veterinary drug approval documentation

Confirm oxalate vs. chloride salt form affects exact classification match