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Blue 15:3 Textile Pigment Paste

Thickened paste of pigment blue 15:3 for pigment printing on fabrics. It is a preparation based on synthetic organic coloring matter under HTS 3204.17.90.03.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+37.5%44%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3204.11.50Same rate: 44%

If disperse dye preparation for synthetics

Dye types vs pigment preparations separate within 3204.

3809.91.00.00Lower: 43.5% vs 44%

If complete textile printing paste

Ready-to-use printing pastes classify as finishing agents in 3809.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide thickener composition to confirm not a finishing agent

• Label for industrial textile use to avoid retail dye classifications

• Test lightfastness data for customs verification of pigment quality