Dye Fixing Agent for Synthetic Fibers from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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