3204.15.10.00/Denim Blue Synthetic Indigo Paste Preparation/Japan

Denim Blue Synthetic Indigo Paste Preparation from Japan

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 — 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%

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Import Tips

• Confirm dispersion medium is water-based (<50% solvent); provide wet fastness test data

• Pitfall: high solvent content shifts to 3208