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%+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.

3204.11.50Same rate: 41.5%

If a disperse dye for textiles

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

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

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: 38.1% vs 41.5%

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