Vat Blue 16 Pigment Dispersion from Canada
Vat Blue 16 is a specific vat dye listed in HTS 3204.15.30.00, supplied as a pigment dispersion usable directly in pigment printing on textiles. Its insolubility in water (until reduced) characterizes it as a true vat dye for durable coloration.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include technical data sheets proving vat dye chemistry and listed CI name for CBP verification
• Avoid aqueous dispersions over 50% water to prevent classification as preparations of 3204.19
• Label with exact listed variant to distinguish from unlisted vat blues under 3204.15.80