Sulfur Black 1 Dye (CI 53185) from China
Sulfur Black 1 is a synthetic organic sulfur dye with Colour Index No. 53185, used primarily for dyeing cellulosic fibers like cotton and viscose. It falls under HTS 3204.19.30.00 as it is specifically listed sulfur black coloring matter. This water-insoluble dye produces deep black shades with good fastness properties on textiles.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify Colour Index number (53185) on supplier documentation and include CI certificate to confirm classification under 3204.19.30.00
• Provide end-use statement showing application in textile dyeing, as sulfur blacks are restricted to specific CI nos. in this subheading
• Test for purity and absence of heavy metals; common pitfall is rejection due to non-compliance with REACH or EPA regulations for dyes