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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If direct dye for cotton fabrics
Direct dyes are substantive to cellulose fibers without mordants, unlike solvent types.
If prepared as printing ink base
If formulated specifically for ink production with additives, it becomes a prepared ink.
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
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