Kodak Acid Violet 19 Developer Dye

A measured portion pack of Acid Violet 19 dye used in black and white photographic film developers to enhance contrast and tone. Classified under HTS 3707.90.31.00 as an unmixed chemical preparation for photographic uses, specifically Acid Violet 19, put up for retail sale ready for use in darkroom processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3204.12.50Higher: 41.5% vs 35%

If sold as a general synthetic dye not specified for photography

Acid Violet 19 as a basic dye falls under Chapter 32 if not prepared or packaged specifically for photographic applications.

3707.90.60Same rate: 35%

If imported in bulk for industrial repackaging

Unmixed products not put up in measured portions or for retail sale are classified separately in the same heading.

3822Lower: 10% vs 35%

If part of a mixed laboratory reagent kit

Diagnostic or laboratory reagents containing Acid Violet 19 would shift to Chapter 38 as composite preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify purity and concentration matches Acid Violet 19 specifications to avoid reclassification under general dyes (Chapter 32)

• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and photographic end-use certification in documentation for customs clearance