Synthetic Indigo Powder (Vat Blue 1, CI 73000) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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