Industrial Synthetic Indigo Dye for Denim from China
High-strength synthetic indigo (Vat Blue 1, CI 73000) powder formulated for denim yarn dyeing via vat reduction process. Classified under HTS 3204.15.10.00 as the specific vat blue dye used as a pigment in textile applications. Provides the classic blue color in jeans 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
• Include dyeing process documentation proving vat dye usage; test for purity >94% to avoid reclassification
• Watch for bulk packaging exceeding retail limits