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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for direct (substantive) dyes
Direct dyes with similar color properties but different fixation mechanisms use separate subheadings.
If vat or sulfur dye type
Vat dyes, being insoluble and reduced for application, classify differently from soluble basic dyes.
If pre-mixed into cosmetic preparations
Dye incorporated into beauty products shifts to Chapter 33 for finished cosmetics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include FDA compliance documentation if intended for cosmetics or food contact to prevent customs holds
• Ensure dye concentration and impurities are documented to match note 3 chemical specifications
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as acid dye; confirm basic nature via solubility tests
Related Products under HTS 3204.13.60.00
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.
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.