Victoria Blue B Dye Base from Canada
Victoria Blue B is a triarylmethane basic dye for cotton and paper applications. It qualifies under HTS 3204.13.60.00 as listed in additional U.S. note 3.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Base vs. salt forms have different CI numbers; declare precisely
• Bulk paper dye shipments need mill test reports for strength verification
• Avoid pitfall of disperse blue confusion; basic dyes are water-soluble