Vat Violet 9 Pigment Dye

Vat Violet 9 is a synthetic vat dye usable both as a dye and pigment, ideal for printing pastes on cotton and viscose fabrics due to its vibrant color and durability. Classified under HTS 3204.15.20.00 as it matches the specified vat violet category.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3204.17.20.00Lower: 31.5% vs 41.5%

If prepared as a dispersion for direct pigment use

Vat dye preparations as pigments (usable in that state) fall under 3204.17, separate from base dyes.

3206.50.00.00Same rate: 41.5%

If functioning as a luminophore or fluorescent agent

Chapter covers synthetic products used as luminophores in 3206, excluding standard vat dyes.

3204.20Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If for synthetic organic products of various types as fluorescent brighteners

If the product serves as a brightening agent rather than coloring, it shifts to 3204.20 provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit supplier's specification sheet detailing CAS number and application method to confirm vat dye status

Ensure containers are nitrogen-flushed if sensitive to oxidation; improper storage leads to customs holds

Differentiate from anthraquinone pigments—vat dyes require proof of leuco formation for this HTS