Victoria Blue B Dye Base from Japan
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 — 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
• 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