Reactive Black 5 Dye Powder from Mexico

Reactive Black 5 (C.I. 20505) is a bifunctional reactive dye producing deep black shades on cotton textiles with excellent fastness properties. It falls under HTS 3204.16.30.00 as a product described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for reactive dyes. Widely used in denim and garment dyeing.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Label shipments with CI number and purity percentage to facilitate verification against note 3 listing

Obtain manufacturer's certificate confirming synthetic organic coloring matter status

Avoid mixing with extenders, as that could shift classification to paint preparations