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Direct Yellow 27 Dye Concentrate

Direct Yellow 27, also known as Direct Yellow 12 in some references, is a monoazo direct dye for cotton and paper applications. Listed specifically under HTS 3204.14.20.00 for enumerated direct yellow dyes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+37.5%44%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3204.15.30.00Same rate: 44%

If vat yellow dyes

Vat dyes are water-insoluble leuco compounds, distinct chemistry from soluble direct dyes.

3209.90.00.00Lower: 43.4% vs 44%

If paint colorant preparation

Preparations for specific paint use excluded per chapter notes to 3203-3206.

2927.00.50.00Higher: 137.5% vs 44%

If chemically defined diazonium salt

Chapter note (a) excludes separate chemically defined compounds from this chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Maintain 85%+ dye content certification to qualify as pure coloring matter

• Label with exact CI number and batch purity to facilitate customs verification