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Basic Violet 14 Dye Liquid

Basic Violet 14, or C.I. Cresyl Violet, serves in neuroscience staining and textiles. Covered by HTS 3204.13.60.00 per U.S. note 3 for basic dyes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+37.5%44%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3204.18.00.00Lower: 40.6% vs 44%

If vat violet dyes

Insoluble vat dyes reduced for application classify separately.

3206Lower: 19% vs 44%

If inorganic luminophores

Certain fluorescent preparations with metal salts use heading 3206.

3305.90.00Lower: 37.5% vs 44%

If hair preparations containing

Dyes in finished hair colorants classify under Chapter 33.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Liquid formulations need stability data showing no precipitation

• Neuroscience research uses demand high purity documentation

• Distinguish from solvent violet dyes by water solubility tests