Direct Black 19 Dye Powder

Direct Black 19 is a synthetic organic direct dye used for dyeing cotton, paper, and leather without mordants. It falls under HTS 3204.14.30.00 as a product listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, specifically as a direct dye and preparation based thereon.

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.

3204.11Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If classified as a disperse dye

Disperse dyes for synthetic fibers like polyester fall under a separate subheading from direct dyes for cellulosics.

3212.90.00Lower: 38.1% vs 41.5%

If put up in retail packaging

Dyes packaged for retail sale in forms like tablets or kits shift to heading 3212, excluding chapter 32 industrial dyes.

3204.19.30.00Same rate: 41.5%

If not specifically listed in U.S. note 3

Other direct dyes not described in additional U.S. note 3 fall under the broader 'other' category in 3204.19.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the dye is listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI via CBP resources to confirm classification under 3204.14.30.00

Provide chemical composition certificates and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for customs clearance and EPA compliance

Avoid misclassification as disperse dyes; direct dyes require substantivity to cellulosic fibers without auxiliaries