HTS 3203.00.80.00: US import duty from China
Coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts but excluding animal black), whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin, Other. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 3.1% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 28.1% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $310.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $12,857.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 3203.00.80.00 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 3203.00.80.00 (Coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts but excluding animal black), whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin, Other) have a duty of 28.1% of the customs value on the China to US lane (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What does HTS code 3203.00.80.00 cover?
Coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts but excluding animal black), whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin, Other. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 3203.00.80.00 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $12,857, about 28.6% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 3203
- 3203.00.10.00Coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts but excluding animal black), whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin, Annato, archil, cochineal, cudbear, litmus, logwood and marigold meal
- 3203.00.30.00Coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts but excluding animal black), whether or not chemically defined; preparations as specified in note 3 to this chapter based on coloring matter of vegetable or animal origin, Mixtures of 3,4-dihydroxyphenyl-2,4,6-trihydroxy- phenylmethanone and 2-(2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-3,5,7- trihydroxy-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one
All of Chapter 32: Tanning or dyeing extracts; dyes, pigments, paints, varnishes; putty; inks →
Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.