Synthetic Indigo Powder (Vat Blue 1, CI 73000) from Germany
Pure synthetic indigo powder, chemically known as Vat Blue 1 with Colour Index No. 73000, used primarily as a vat dye for coloring textiles. It falls under HTS 3204.15.10.00 as a specific synthetic organic vat dye usable in that state as a pigment. This high-purity form is ideal for industrial dyeing processes requiring colorfast results.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify Colour Index No. 73000 certification from supplier to confirm classification; ensure SDS includes CAS number 860-22-0 for compliance
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as disperse dye leads to wrong HTS