Solvent Red 135 Fuel Marker Dye

Specialty Solvent Red 135 used as dye marker in diesel fuel and heating oil, classified HTS 3204.19.25.20. Provides visual identification for tax-paid vs untaxed fuels per government specifications.

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%

Alternative Classifications

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

3811.90.00Same rate: 41.5%

If classified primarily as fuel anti-stain additive

Antiknock preparations and additives for fuels fall in 3811, separate from coloring matter.

2710.19Lower: 17% vs 41.5%

If pre-mixed in fuel at import

Dyes dissolved in petroleum oils classify with the base oil, not separately as dyes.

3204.19.50Same rate: 41.5%

If for solvent dyes used in lubricants rather than fuels

Different application (lubricants vs fuel marking) may warrant different statistical suffix.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include government specification sheets (ASTM D4806 or equivalent) proving fuel compatibility

Comply with EPA fuel dye regulations; provide dye strength certification (mg/L concentration)

Prevent misclassification as petroleum additive; emphasize coloring function per Chapter 32