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Solvent Yellow 33 for Plastic Coloring

This grade of Solvent Yellow 33 is optimized for masterbatch production in thermoplastics like polystyrene and PVC, falling under HTS 3204.19.25.60 as a specific solvent dye. Its high tinting strength ensures vibrant yellow hues in non-polar plastic matrices.

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%

Alternative Classifications

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

3206.50.00.00Same rate: 44%

If used as luminophore in pigments

Inorganic luminophore products or synthetic equivalents go to 3206, not standard solvent dyes.

3204.19.40.00Lower: 19% vs 44%

If acid dye variant

Acid dyes for wool/silk differ from solvent dyes, classified separately in 3204.19.40.

2710.19.11Lower: 25% vs 44%

If dissolved in >50% organic solvent

Solutions with solvent >50% weight classify under 3208 for certain organic solvent mixtures.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare end-use in plastics on entry summary to support classification; include supplier's technical data sheet

• Comply with REACH if EU-bound; test for heavy metals to meet RoHS standards