Calcochrome Direct Dyes from Germany
Calcochrome series offers chrome-mordanted direct dyes with exceptional wash and light fastness on cotton. Falls under HTS 3204.14.50.00 despite mordanting, as primary classification follows dye structure. Used in workwear and upholstery fabrics.
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
• Specify mordanting step occurs post-dyeing, maintaining direct dye status
• Include chrome analysis; mordant ≠ metal complex chromophore formation
• Prevent reclassification as chrome dye (3204.15) via dyeing mechanism