Direct Yellow 28 Dye Concentrate from Mexico
Direct Yellow 28 is a stilbene-based direct dye (C34H24N2Na2O8S2) used for bright yellow shades on paper and textiles, soluble in water for exhaust dyeing. It qualifies for HTS 3204.14.25.00 as one of the named direct dyes in the schedule. Ideal for packaging and tissue paper coloration.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit dye strength analysis (100% basis) to confirm tariff match; impurities >5% risk reclassification
• Comply with REACH Annex XVII if EU origin, as azo dyes have aromatic amine restrictions
• Package in moisture-proof bags; water-soluble dyes degrade, affecting declared purity at entry