Direct Yellow 12 Dye Concentrate from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide spectroscopic data confirming direct dye structure and substantivity to cotton
• Comply with REACH-like declarations for azo dyes containing prohibited amines
• Avoid bulk chemical classification by specifying dye content over 50%