Direct Red 89 Paper Dye from Mexico
Direct Red 89 is a stilbene-based direct dye used primarily for coloring paper pulp and textiles with high substantivity. It qualifies for HTS 3204.14.20.00 as a specifically named direct red dye in the tariff schedule.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide end-use certificates showing paper mill application to prevent misclassification as pigment
• Comply with REACH/SVHC declarations for EU imports due to azo dye restrictions
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg drums which may require UN certification