Rhodamine B Dye Powder from China
Rhodamine B is a bright pink synthetic basic dye used in textiles, inks, and fluorescent tracers. Classified under HTS 3204.13.8000 as an 'other' basic dye and preparation based on synthetic organic coloring matter per note 3. It's valued for its intense fluorescence in low concentrations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include CAS number (81-88-9) and purity certificates to prevent reclassification
• Check EPA regulations as it's restricted in some consumer applications
• Declare exact concentration if imported as a preparation to avoid heading 3212