Direct Black 51 Textile Dye

Direct Black 51 is a diazo dye specifically listed for dyeing cellulosic fibers like cotton and viscose in exhaust dyeing processes. Classified under HTS 3204.14.20.00 as one of the direct black dyes enumerated in the tariff description.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3204.11.50.00Same rate: 41.5%

If disperse dye for polyester

Disperse dyes require dispersion for synthetic fibers, distinct from direct dyes for cellulosics.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If preparation with >50% solvent content

Heading 3208 excludes solutions where solvent exceeds 50% weight, moving to mixtures chapter.

3204.17.20.00Lower: 31.5% vs 41.5%

If vat dyes like Vat Black

Vat dyes are insoluble pigments reduced to leuco form, separate from soluble direct dyes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include dyeing application test data to support direct dye classification during customs review

Ensure packaging clearly identifies C.I. name and prevents moisture absorption during transit