Direct Red 28 Dye for Paper from Japan
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.
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
• 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