Safranin O Basic Dye from Japan
Safranin O is a phenazine basic dye essential for histology and bacterial staining. It falls under HTS 3204.13.60.00 as specified in additional U.S. note 3.
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
• Lab reagent dyes require biohazard labeling and SDS per OSHA
• Confirm certified biological stain status with supplier certificates
• Small lab quantities often misclassified; use exact CI generic name