Malachite Green Dye from Mexico
Malachite Green is a synthetic basic dye used in aquaculture, textiles, and as a biological stain. Falls under HTS 3204.13.8000 for other basic dyes and preparations based thereon. It's noted for its intense green color but regulated in food applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide FDA clearance if for any food-contact use due to restrictions
• Include batch purity analysis to confirm it's not a preparation
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial chemicals (Chapter 28/38)