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.

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.

3204.12.20.00Same rate: 41.5%

If acid dye classification applies

Acid dyes require mordants or acidic baths, unlike direct dyes, moving to 3204.12 subheading.

3215.11Lower: 11.8% vs 41.5%

If used in printing ink manufacture

Coloring matter prepared for ink production classifies under chapter 32 heading 3215.

3204.17.60Same rate: 41.5%

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