Solvent Red 179 for Ink Manufacturing from Japan
Industrial Solvent Red 179 optimized for gravure and flexographic ink production, offering superior transparency and dispersibility. Falls under HTS 3204.19.20.20 as the specific solvent dye listed in U.S. note 3 to section VI for synthetic organic coloring matter.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify purity >98% with HPLC analysis to maintain pure dye classification
• Declare as 'coloring matter' not 'ink base' to avoid Chapter 32 ink headings
• Comply with REACH/CLP labeling for EU transshipment scenarios