Oil-Soluble Solvent Blue 36 Dye

Solvent Blue 36 provides blue coloration soluble in oils, greases, and synthetic lubricants. Classified in HTS 3204.19.25 as other synthetic organic solvent dyes.

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.

3403.19Lower: 15.8% vs 41.5%

If incorporated in lubricating oil preparations

Dyes in finished lubricant compositions classify as lub oil additives.

3204.15.80Lower: 24% vs 41.5%

If for reactive dye formulations

Reactive dyes chemically bond to substrates, unlike physical solvent dyes.

3210.00.00Lower: 36.8% vs 41.5%

If in aqueous writing/ink preparations

Solvent dyes in water-based inks shift to other paints and varnishes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include flash point and VOC content for DOT hazardous shipping

Verify non-reactivity with base oils via supplier certificates

Prevent misclassification as 3208 by keeping solvent content below 50%