Vat Black 27 Dye
Vat Black 27 (CI 69000) is a deep black synthetic vat dye used for dyeing cellulose fibers in apparel and industrial fabrics. It fits HTS 3204.15.80.00 as other vat dyes, applied via reduction to soluble leuco form and reoxidized to pigment. Known for excellent wash and light fastness in jeans production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If acid dye for wool or silk
Acid dyes are water-soluble for protein fibers, unlike insoluble vat dyes for cellulosics.
If inorganic luminophore preparation
Chapter notes specify inorganic luminophores under 3206, excluding synthetic organic vat dyes.
If solution with >50% organic solvent
Heading 3208 covers solvent-based solutions over 50% solvent weight, per chapter note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare exact CI and concentration to differentiate from pigments under 3206 or 3212
• Obtain prior notice via FDA if used in color additives for food-contact textiles
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Vat Green 1 Dye
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Vat Brown 3 Dye
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Vat Orange 1 Dye
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Vat Yellow 2 Dye
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Vat Grey B Dye
Vat Grey B for grey tones in denim. HTS 3204.15.80.00.