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.

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.

3204.11.50.00Higher: 41.5% vs 16.5%

If disperse dyes of assessed value under 7.5¢/kg + 11% ad val

Lower value disperse dyes shift to subheading 3204.11, changing duty structure based on pricing thresholds.

3212.90.00Higher: 38.1% vs 16.5%

If put up in retail packaging under 8kg

Dyes prepared for retail sale move to heading 3212, excluding industrial bulk forms under chapter exclusions.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 16.5%

If contains over 30% chemical reaction accelerators

Preparations with significant non-coloring additives classified as chemical mixtures in chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the dye is explicitly listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI via CBP rulings to confirm classification

Provide chemical composition certificates and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for customs clearance

Ensure packaging labels CAS number and purity percentage to prevent disputes over 'chemically defined' status

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Direct Black 38 Dye

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Solvent Yellow 14 Dye

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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

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