HTS 3204.19.30.00: US import duty from China

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, Other, including mixtures of coloring matter of two or more of the subheadings 3204.11 to 3204.19, Other, Sulfur black, "Colour Index Nos. 53185, 53190, and 53195". Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.

Duty rate & fees

ChargeRate
Base duty (MFN)6.5%
Section 301 (Lists 1-4)25%
Total duty (on customs value)31.5%
Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF)0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50)
Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean0.125%

Worked example: $10,000 shipment

Customs value$10,000.00
Base duty (MFN)$650.00
Section 301 (Lists 1-4)$2,500.00
Merchandise Processing Fee$34.64
Harbor Maintenance Fee$12.50
Total landed cost$13,197.14

Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →

FAQ

What is the import duty on HTS 3204.19.30.00 from China?

Goods classified under HTS 3204.19.30.00 (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, Other, including mixtures of coloring matter of two or more of the subheadings 3204.11 to 3204.19, Other, Sulfur black, "Colour Index Nos. 53185, 53190, and 53195") have a duty of 31.5% 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 3204.19.30.00 cover?

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, Other, including mixtures of coloring matter of two or more of the subheadings 3204.11 to 3204.19, Other, Sulfur black, "Colour Index Nos. 53185, 53190, and 53195". US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.

How much does it cost to import HTS 3204.19.30.00 from China?

On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $13,197, about 32% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.

Related codes in heading 3204

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.