Chapter 32 · Tanning or dyeing extracts; paints; inks · Section 6
HS Code 3204.20
Synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents
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 3204.20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3204.20.10 | Fluorescent brightening agent 32 | 6.5% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 64.2% | kg |
| 3204.20.40 | Benzoxazol | Free | - | 44.1% | kg |
| 3204.20.80 | Other | 6.5% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 44.1% | kg |
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European Union - CN codes under 3204.20
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 20 00 | Synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents | EU duty (TARIC) → |
United Kingdom - commodity codes under 3204.20
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 20 00 00 | Synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents | UK duty & VAT → |
| 3204 20 00 10 | Colourant C.I. Fluorescent Brightener 184 (CAS RN 7128-64-5) and preparations based thereon with a colourant C.I. Fluorescent Brightener 184 content of 20% or more by weight | UK duty & VAT → |
| 3204 20 00 30 | Colourant C.I. Fluorescent Brightener 351 (CAS RN 27344-41-8) and preparations based thereon with a colourant C.I. Fluorescent Brightener 351 content of 90 % or more by weight | UK duty & VAT → |
| 3204 20 00 90 | Other | UK duty & VAT → |
Nearby codes in heading 3204
The subheadings immediately before and after 3204.20 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 3204.20.
What is HS code 3204.20?
HS code 3204.20 covers: Synthetic organic products of a kind used as fluorescent brightening agents. It belongs to chapter 32 (Tanning or dyeing extracts; paints; inks) of the Harmonized System.
What is the US import duty for HS code 3204.20?
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 3204.20?
The UK extends 3204.20 to 4 declarable 10-digit commodity codes, starting with 3204200000. The full code goes on the UK customs declaration.