Solvent Violet 8 Dye

Solvent Violet 8 is a synthetic dye for gasoline marking, plastics, and lacquers, soluble in hydrocarbons. Listed in HTS 3204.19.20 via U.S. note 3 to section VI for other solvent dyes. Excludes retail or preparation forms per chapter notes.

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.

3204.13.20Same rate: 41.5%

If basic dye for acrylics

Basic dyes are cationic and water-soluble for specific fibers.

3213Lower: 13.4% vs 41.5%

If as artist's color set

Sets of coloring matter for artistic use classify in 3213.

3206.50.00Same rate: 41.5%

If used as inorganic luminophore base

Luminophores, even with organic components, have dedicated heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure invoice specifies 'solvent dye per U.S

Note 3' for CBP acceptance

Avoid blends; pure CI Solvent Violet 8 stays in this subheading