Denim Blue Synthetic Indigo Paste Preparation from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

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

Pitfall: high solvent content shifts to 3208

Denim Blue Synthetic Indigo Paste Preparation from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3204.15.10.00