3204.12.50
Other
This code covers synthetic organic coloring matter, including acid and mordant dyes, and preparations based on them. Use this code for importing these dyes and coloring preparations, keeping in mind a general duty of 6.5% or potentially free duty if the goods qualify for specific trade agreements.

Detailed information for HTS Code 3204.12.50
Chapter 32 covers organic dyes, pigments, and coloring matter, as well as paints and varnishes. Code 3204.12.50 specifically addresses synthetic organic coloring matter, preparations based on it, and fluorescent brightening agents, focusing on acid and mordant dyes. This code further breaks down into specific dye types like FD&C Red 40 (3204.12.50.10), FD&C Yellow 5 (3204.12.50.20), FD&C Yellow 6 (3204.12.50.30), and an ‘other’ category (3204.12.50.90); choose the suffix that matches the specific dye being reported, or use ".90" for any dye not specifically listed. Reporting is measured in kilograms.
| Chapter | Chapter 32 - Tanning or dyeing extracts; dyes, pigments, paints, varnishes, putty and mastics |
| Section | Section VI - Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries |
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6.50%
Standard trade partners (NTR)
Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG)
Eligible FTA or preference programs
The general duty rate for HTS code 3204.12.50 and its subdivisions (3204.12.50.10, 3204.12.50.20, 3204.12.50.30, and 3204.12.50.90) is 6.50%, applicable to imports from countries without preferential trade agreements. However, a duty-free rate applies to goods originating from specific countries including Australia, Bahrain, and others listed as eligible for FTA or preference programs. All quantities are to be reported in kilograms (kg). There is no specified duty rate beyond the general and special rates provided.
Rate of Duty (Column 2): 72%
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Code subdivisions
3204.12.50.10
Synthetic organic coloring matter, whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on synthetic organic coloring matter; synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined: > Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter: > Acid dyes, whether or not premetallized, and preparations based thereon; mordant dyes and preparations based thereon: > Other: > Other > FD&C red 40 (CAS No. 25956-17-6)
3204.12.50.20
Synthetic organic coloring matter, whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on synthetic organic coloring matter; synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined: > Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter: > Acid dyes, whether or not premetallized, and preparations based thereon; mordant dyes and preparations based thereon: > Other: > Other > FD&C yellow 5 (CAS No. 1934-21-0)
3204.12.50.30
Synthetic organic coloring matter, whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on synthetic organic coloring matter; synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined: > Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter: > Acid dyes, whether or not premetallized, and preparations based thereon; mordant dyes and preparations based thereon: > Other: > Other > FD&C yellow 6 (CAS No. 2783-94-0)
3204.12.50.90
Synthetic organic coloring matter, whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on synthetic organic coloring matter; synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined: > Synthetic organic coloring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3 to this chapter: > Acid dyes, whether or not premetallized, and preparations based thereon; mordant dyes and preparations based thereon: > Other: > Other > Other
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