Crystal Violet Dye Concentrate from Germany
Crystal Violet, or Basic Violet 3, is a triarylmethane basic dye for printing inks, wood staining, and microbiology. Falls under HTS 3204.13.60.00 as specified in U.S. note 3 for basic dyes.
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
• Submit dye strength percentage and lambda max data to confirm classification against note 3 list
• Separate lab-grade from industrial bulk shipments; different documentation for each