Crystal Violet Dye Concentrate from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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