Acid Blue 45 Dye from Japan
Acid Blue 45, also known as Amaranth Blue, colors protein and synthetic fibers in acidic baths. Specified in U.S. note 3 for HTS 3204.19.40.00 as synthetic acid coloring matter. Common in leather and carpet dyeing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include light fastness ratings required for textile/leather applications
• Certify azo-free status if importing to restricted markets
• Document batch purity >85% to qualify as chemically defined