Direct Red 28 Dye for Paper
Direct Red 28, also known as Congo Red, is a direct azo dye applied to paper and textiles. It qualifies under HTS 3204.14.30.00 as a direct dye per additional U.S. note 3 to section VI.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If acid dye classification applies
Acid dyes require mordants or acidic baths, unlike direct dyes, moving to 3204.12 subheading.
If used in printing ink manufacture
Coloring matter prepared for ink production classifies under chapter 32 heading 3215.
If for pigment-based preparations
Synthetic organic pigments and preparations fall under 3204.17, not direct dyes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include end-use certificates showing paper/textile application to distinguish from acid dyes
• Test for heavy metal content; many direct dyes have regulatory limits under TSCA
• Package in industrial quantities (not retail) to maintain chapter 32 classification
Related Products under HTS 3204.14.30.00
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.
Direct Yellow 12 Dye Concentrate
Direct Yellow 12 is a stilbene-based direct dye used for brightening cellulosic materials. Falls under HTS 3204.14.30.00 as specified in U.S. note 3 for direct dyes and preparations.
Direct Green 26 Dye Granules
Direct Green 26 provides green shades on cotton and viscose fabrics as a direct dye. Meets HTS 3204.14.30.00 criteria as listed in additional U.S. note 3.
Direct Orange 39 Dye Paste
Direct Orange 39 paste form is used in exhaust dyeing of cellulosic textiles. Falls under HTS 3204.14.30.00 as a direct dye preparation specified in U.S. note 3.
Direct Violet 49 Dye Solution
Direct Violet 49 aqueous solution serves for dyeing wool blends and paper products. Classified HTS 3204.14.30.00 per additional U.S. note 3 description.
Sirius Light Fast Direct Dye
Sirius Light Fast series represents high-quality direct dyes for shirting fabrics. Included in HTS 3204.14.30.00 as direct dyes listed in U.S. note 3.