Solvent Black 3 Dye

Solvent Black 3 is an azo dye soluble in organic solvents, ideal for coloring leather, inks, and engineering plastics. It qualifies under HTS 3204.19.20 as a product specified in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for solvent dyes. This covers its role in non-aqueous media without retail packaging.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

3204.12.50Same rate: 41.5%

If direct dye for cotton fabrics

Direct dyes are substantive to cellulose fibers without mordants, unlike solvent types.

3211.00.00Lower: 38.7% vs 41.5%

If prepared as printing ink base

If formulated specifically for ink production with additives, it becomes a prepared ink.

3907.99Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If chemically modified as plastic colorant additive

Certain polymer-bound dyes classify as plastics additives rather than pure coloring matter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit lab analysis proving organic solvent solubility and synthetic origin to justify 3204 classification

Label with exact CI number (Solvent Black 3) matching U.S

Note 3 for duty-free or preferential treatment