Vat Blue 4 Dye
Vat Blue 4 is a synthetic organic vat dye used for coloring textiles like cotton and rayon, applicable in its insoluble form as a pigment after reduction and oxidation. It falls under HTS 3204.15.80.00 as 'other' vat dyes, distinct from specified types like those for plastics. This classification covers its use in dyeing processes where it provides high color fastness.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If disperse dye usable on polyester
Disperse dyes for plastics or synthetic fibers fall under 3204.11, differing from vat dyes which require vatting for cellulosic fibers.
If dispersed in nonaqueous media for paint manufacture
Chapter note 3 excludes pigments dispersed in nonaqueous media (liquid/paste) used for paints, classifying under 3212 instead of 3204.
If sold as a formulated mixture with additives exceeding simple preparations
Complex chemical preparations not purely based on coloring matter per note 3 may fall under Chapter 38 as chemical products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify dye purity and chemical composition via lab testing to confirm classification as synthetic organic coloring matter under Chapter 32
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and technical specs in documentation to avoid misclassification as preparations of heading 3212
• Watch for common pitfalls like incorrect declarations of solvent content, which could shift to heading 3208 if over 50%
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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
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Brilliant Vat Blue BO Dye
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