Direct Black 38 Dye
Direct Black 38, a diazo direct dye, provides deep black shades on cotton and cellulosic fibers without mordants. It qualifies for HTS 3204.19.40.00 as a synthetic organic coloring matter in U.S. note 3 to section VI. Widely used in denim and paper coloration.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If vat/direct dyes of specific types
Certain direct dyes have dedicated subheadings outside general note 3 products.
If reduced or prepared for printing inks
Printing ink preparations based on these dyes classified in heading 3215.
If used as fluorescent brightening agent
Fluorescent products shift to 3204.20 regardless of base coloring matter type.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit manufacturer's technical data sheet listing note 3 compliance and Color Index number
• Declare exact dye concentration to calculate proper duty assessment
• Avoid combining with extenders that could trigger chapter exclusion for paint extenders
Related Products under HTS 3204.19.40.00
Disperse Blue 56 Dye
Disperse Blue 56 is a synthetic organic azo dye used primarily for dyeing polyester fabrics in textile manufacturing. It falls under HTS 3204.19.40.00 as a product listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which includes specific synthetic coloring matters and preparations based thereon. This classification applies to its use in industrial dyeing processes.
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.
Solvent Yellow 14 Dye
Solvent Yellow 14 is a synthetic organic solvent dye for coloring plastics, fuels, and polishes. Covered by HTS 3204.19.40.00 through additional U.S. note 3 listing for specified coloring matters. Its non-ionic solubility suits non-aqueous applications.
Reactive Red 195 Dye
Reactive Red 195 forms covalent bonds with cellulose fibers for wash-fast textile colors. As a listed synthetic reactive dye in U.S. note 3, it imports under HTS 3204.19.40.00. Essential for reactive printing on cotton knits.
Disperse Red 167 Dye
Disperse Red 167 provides brilliant red shades on synthetic fibers through dispersion dyeing. HTS 3204.19.40.00 applies via U.S. note 3 specification for this azo disperse coloring matter. Used in activewear and upholstery fabrics.
Acid Blue 45 Dye
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.