Vat Red 44 Dye Solubilized Granules from China
Solubilized Vat Red 44 is a high-performance vat dye in granular form for vibrant red shades on cellulosic textiles and prints. It is explicitly named in HTS 3204.15.35.00 as a solubilized vat dye. The solubilization allows for easier handling and uniform dyeing in industrial baths.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
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 dyeing process documentation to substantiate vat dye classification over other synthetic dyes
• Label shipments with UN numbers if hazardous, and prepare for EPA review on dye imports
• Watch for common pitfalls like undervaluation based on bulk packaging; use transaction value method