Solvent Yellow 14 Dye

Solvent Yellow 14 is a synthetic organic monoazo dye soluble in organic solvents, used for coloring plastics, fuels, and inks. It qualifies under HTS 3204.19.50.00 as other synthetic coloring matter, distinct from disperse or acid categories. Provides transparent yellow hues in non-aqueous systems.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽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.

3204.17.60Same rate: 41.5%

If used primarily as pigment in paints

Solvent dyes applied as pigment dispersions shift to synthetic organic pigments heading.

3208.10.00.00Lower: 38.7% vs 41.5%

If dissolved in >50% volatile organic solvent

Chapter note 4 moves high-solvent solutions from coloring matter to specific preparations.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If for fuel marking applications with additives

Specialty dye mixtures for petroleum products classify as chemical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include solubility test results showing organic solvent compatibility to avoid confusion with water-soluble acid dyes

Declare exact purity (typically >98%) and CAS (842-07-9); impurities over 1% may require additional chemical analysis

Avoid packaging in paste/liquid form with dispersants, as that triggers 3212 for paint precursors