Traditional Blue Vat Dye CI 73000 from China
Authentic synthetic indigo replicating historical natural dye properties (Vat Blue 1, CI 73000). HTS 3204.15.10.00 specifically names this compound as vat dye. Used by historical textile reenactors and museums.
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
• Document historical authentication if claiming special tariff treatment; small quantities often personal use exemption
• Verify against natural indigo bans