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Dye Fixing Agent for Synthetic Fibers from Germany

Cationic polymer-based preparation that binds reactive dyes to polyester and nylon fabrics, preventing color bleeding during washing. Used in high-temperature dyeing processes in textile mills. Falls under 3809.91.00 as a dye carrier and fixing agent for textile industries.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include dyeing process specifications showing temperature/pressure requirements typical for textiles

• Test for VOC content to comply with textile mill emission standards during import clearance

• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as general dye carrier; specify synthetic fiber application