Vat Green 1 Dye from Germany
Vat Green 1 is a synthetic vat dye (CI 59800) employed in textile printing and dyeing for brilliant green shades on cotton fabrics. Classified under HTS 3204.15.80.00 as 'other' vat dyes, it is used in its leuco form for application and oxidized to insoluble pigment. Its high lightfastness makes it ideal for denim and upholstery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide Color Index (CI) number and CAS registry in import docs to substantiate synthetic organic coloring matter status
• Ensure labeling complies with TSCA for chemical substances to prevent FDA or EPA holds
• Avoid bulk packaging misdeclared as preparations; specify if based purely on coloring matter per note 3