Direct Black 19 Dye Powder from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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