Basic Yellow 2 Dye from Germany
Basic Yellow 2 (auramine O) is a synthetic organic basic dye for paper coloring and inks. Classified in HTS 3204.13.8000 as other basic dyes per note 3. Provides bright yellow fluorescence under UV light.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare Color Index number (C.I. 41000) for accurate classification
• Ensure no extender materials that would exclude it per chapter note
• Test for solvent content to avoid 3208 classification