Acid Red 88 Dye

Acid Red 88 is a synthetic monoazo acid dye employed for coloring wool, silk, and nylon in apparel production. Classified under HTS 3204.19.40.00 per U.S. note 3 to section VI for specified synthetic organic coloring matters. Its water-soluble nature suits it for acid dyeing processes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇲🇽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.

3204.12.50Higher: 41.5% vs 16.5%

If acid dyes valued over 7.5¢/kg + 11% ad val

Higher-value acid dyes fall under 3204.12 subheading with different duty application.

3204.16.30.00Higher: 41.5% vs 16.5%

If reactive dye variant

Reactive synthetic dyes specified separately in 3204.16 regardless of note 3 status.

3208.10.00.00Higher: 38.7% vs 16.5%

If solvent-based solution with >50% organic solvent

Solutions in volatile solvents exceeding 50% weight shift to heading 3208 per chapter note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain advance CBP binding ruling for note 3 eligibility to avoid reclassification

Include end-use statements confirming industrial textile application, not retail

Test for heavy metal content to comply with REACH/TSCA import regulations

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