Basic Red 18 Dye Crystals from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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