Denim Blue Synthetic Indigo Paste Preparation from China
Pre-dispersed synthetic indigo (Vat Blue 1, CI 73000) paste for denim dyeing, still classified as pure coloring matter. Meets HTS 3204.15.10.00 criteria as named vat dye despite paste form. Reduces dispersion time in production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Confirm dispersion medium is water-based (<50% solvent); provide wet fastness test data
• Pitfall: high solvent content shifts to 3208