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Solvent Yellow 14 Dye

Solvent Yellow 14, a monoazo synthetic dye, is used for coloring solvents, waxes, and petroleum products. HTS 3204.19.20 applies as it's described in U.S. note 3 to section VI for other solvent dyes. Its solubility in non-polar media excludes it from aqueous dye headings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+37.5%44%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

3204.17.60Same rate: 44%

If vat dye for cellulosic textiles

Vat dyes are insoluble pigments reduced to leuco form for dyeing, distinct from solvents.

3207.30.00Lower: 40.6% vs 44%

If prepared as ink or paint pigment dispersion

Pigmented preparations for specific uses like inks fall outside pure coloring matter.

3824.99.39Lower: 37.5% vs 44%

If for industrial chemical preparations containing the dye

Dye-based chemical mixtures not purely coloring matter go to chemical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Cross-reference U.S

• Note 3 list; provide certificate of analysis confirming it's not a pigment or preparation

• Document end-use (e.g

• industrial coloring) to prevent retail misclassification