Vat Brown 3 Dye from Germany
Vat Brown 3 is a synthetic vat dye yielding brown hues on regenerated cellulose and cotton blends. HTS 3204.15.80.00 covers it as other vat dyes usable as pigments. Essential for leather alternatives and canvas goods.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use HTS advisory rulings for blends to confirm 'preparations based thereon' status
• Document non-toxicity for apparel end-use to bypass color additive petitions
• Avoid generic 'dye' labels; specify 'vat dye' to prevent 3204.19 misroute