Precision Vat Blue 1 for Ink Manufacturing from China
Fine particle synthetic indigo (Vat Blue 1, CI 73000) for high-quality pigment ink production. Remains under HTS 3204.15.10.00 as pure synthetic vat dye usable as pigment. Micronized for optimal dispersion.
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
• Specify Hegman gauge fineness; ink-grade requires lower grit
• Avoid classification as finished ink (3215)