Basic Yellow 2 Dye Paste from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Test for solvent content; pastes over 50% solvent may shift to heading 3208
• Include lightfastness ratings in documentation for quality verification
• Prevent misclassification by confirming it's not a disperse dye via dyeing tests