Valifast Red 3178 (Solvent Red 179) from China
Orient Chemical Valifast Red 3178, equivalent to Solvent Red 179, used in ballpoint pen inks and hot stamping foils. Classified precisely under HTS 3204.19.20.20 due to its listing in additional U.S. note 3 as a synthetic solvent dye.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use manufacturer's technical data sheet cross-referencing C.I
• Solvent Red 179
• Package in moisture-proof containers; document lightfastness rating FWA 7-8
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg to prevent 'industrial preparation' scrutiny