Calcocid Direct Blue Dye from Japan
Calcocid Direct Blue dyes offer excellent level dyeing properties for cotton. HTS 3204.14.30.00 applies as specified direct dye in additional U.S. note 3.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Historical dye names like Calcocid need cross-reference to CI numbers for CBP
• Ensure no tanning derivatives per chapter exclusion (b)
• Bulk import reduces duty exposure vs. small packaged goods