Vat Red 1 Textile Dye from China
Vat Red 1 specifically formulated for textile dyeing of denim and apparel fabrics, offering excellent wash and light fastness. Classified under HTS 3204.15.25.00 as the named vat dye for coloring cellulosic materials. It remains a pure coloring matter under chapter 32 definitions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide end-use declaration for textiles to avoid reclassification; label with exact C.I. name
• Pitfall: bulk shipments without proper packaging may trigger 3215 scrutiny