Vat Red 44 Dye Solubilized Granules from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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