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Solvent Black 3 Dye

Solvent Black 3 is a synthetic organic solvent dye used for coloring plastics, fuels, and waxes. It falls under HTS 3204.19.25 as a solvent dye, other than those specified in earlier subheadings, chemically defined for non-aqueous applications.

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.

3204.11.50Same rate: 44%

If a disperse dye for textiles

Disperse dyes disperse in water for fiber dyeing, unlike solvent dyes soluble in organic solvents.

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 44%

If pre-mixed as a prepared solution exceeding 50% solvent

Preparations based on dyes in high solvent content may classify under mixtures in Chapter 38.

3212.90.00Lower: 40.6% vs 44%

If put up in retail packaging for end-use coloring

Dyes packaged for retail sale shift to heading 3212, excluding chemically defined products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify chemical purity and provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for hazardous classification

• Ensure labeling complies with TSCA for US import of chemical substances

• Avoid misclassification as disperse dyes under 3204.11 by confirming solvent solubility