Crystal Violet Dye Concentrate from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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