Chapter 32 · Tanning or dyeing extracts; paints; inks · Section 6
HS Code 3204.15
Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations based thereon
Heading 3204: 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
US HTS + UK Tariff v4.0.1633 · updated 2026-10-21 · sources
Rates on this page are the official published schedule rates, shown for information. This is not a customs ruling: preference programs, Section 232/301 surcharges and per-shipment fees can change what you actually pay.
United States - HTS lines under 3204.15
Source: official Harmonized Tariff Schedule (USITC). "General" is the normal-trade-relations rate; "Special" lists preference programs; "Other" is the column-2 rate. Additional Section 232/301 duties may apply on top.
| HTS code | Description | General | Special | Other | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3204.15.10 |
Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations based thereon > Vat blue 1 (synthetic indigo),"Colour Index No. 73000" |
6.5% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL, JO,KR, MA,OM, P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 6.6¢/kg + 29% | kg |
| 3204.15.20 |
Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations based thereon > Vat brown 3; Vat orange 2, 7; and Vat violet 9, 13 |
6.5% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL, JO,KR, MA,OM, P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 64.5% | kg |
| 3204.15.25 |
Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations based thereon > Vat red 1 |
Free | - | 75.3% | kg |
| 3204.15.30 |
Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations based thereon > Solubilized vat blue 5; Solubilized vat orange 1; Solubilized vat yellow 7, 45, 47; Vat black 19, 30, 31; Vat blue 5, 16, 19, 21, 66, 67; Vat brown 33, 50, 57; Vat green 28, 48; Vat orange 5, 13; Vat red 10, 15, 32, 41; and Vat yellow 46 |
6.5% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL, JO,KR, MA,OM, P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 48.1% | kg |
| 3204.15.35 |
Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations based thereon > Solubilized vat orange 3; Vat blue 2; Vat red 44; and Vat yellow 4, 20 |
6.5% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL, JO,KR, MA,OM, P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 52.3% | kg |
| 3204.15.40 |
Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations based thereon > Other > Products described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI |
6.5% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL, JO,KR, MA,OM, P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 75.3% | kg |
| 3204.15.80 |
Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations based thereon > Other > Other |
6.5% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL, JO,KR, MA,OM, P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 75.3% | kg |
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European Union - CN codes under 3204.15
Source: EU Combined Nomenclature (Eurostat, © European Union, reused per Decision 2011/833/EU). Duty rates and measures live in TARIC; each code links to the official consultation.
| CN code | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 3204 15 00 | Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations based thereon | EU duty (TARIC) → |
United Kingdom - commodity codes under 3204.15
Source: UK Integrated Online Tariff (Open Government Licence v3.0). Declarable 10-digit codes go on the customs declaration; check the official page for the current duty and VAT measures.
| Commodity code | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 3204 15 00 00 | Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations based thereon | UK duty & VAT → |
| 3204 15 00 15 | Colourant C.I. Vat Blue 1 (CAS RN 482-89-3) and preparations based thereon with a colourant C.I. Vat Blue 1 content of 94 % or more by weight | UK duty & VAT → |
| 3204 15 00 25 | Mixture in a 3:2 ratio of colourants C.I. Vat Blue 1 potassium salt (CAS RN 835912-68-0) and C.I. VAT Blue 1 sodium salt (CAS RN 894-86-0) and preparations based thereon with a combined content of colourants C.I. Vat Blue 1 salts of 40 % or more by weight | UK duty & VAT → |
| 3204 15 00 70 | Colourant C.I. Vat Red 1 (CAS RN 2379-74-0) | UK duty & VAT → |
| 3204 15 00 90 | Other | UK duty & VAT → |
Nearby codes in heading 3204
The subheadings immediately before and after 3204.15 in chapter 32.
Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission, Harmonized Tariff Schedule (public domain) · EU Combined Nomenclature © European Union, Eurostat (Decision 2011/833/EU) · UK Integrated Online Tariff, contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data refreshed weekly. Details on About & Data Sources.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about HS code 3204.15.
What is HS code 3204.15?
HS code 3204.15 covers: Vat dyes (including those usable in that state as pigments) and preparations based thereon. It belongs to chapter 32 (Tanning or dyeing extracts; paints; inks) of the Harmonized System.
What is the US import duty for HS code 3204.15?
The US general (normal trade relations) rates under this subheading range: Free - 6.5%. Preference programs and Section 232/301 surcharges can change the effective rate; see the HTS lines for detail.
What is the UK commodity code for 3204.15?
The UK extends 3204.15 to 5 declarable 10-digit commodity codes, starting with 3204150000. The full code goes on the UK customs declaration.