HS Code 3204.12 : 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
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
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The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for 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 is 3204.12. Under the 2026 Canada (CBSA), the representative MFN general duty rate is Free [CBSA Tariff 2026].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Chapter 32
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
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
Subheading .12
.12
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
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
Canada (CBSA Customs Tariff 2026)
3204.12.00.00
MODULE 5: CANADIAN IMPORT DUTY & GST/HST BREAKDOWN
🇨🇦 CUSMA / USMCA DUTY-FREE PREFERENCE ELIGIBILITY
Goods originating in the United States or Mexico satisfying CUSMA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules enter Canada duty-free under the MUST (United States Tariff) preferential SPI.
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Notice: Canadian customs entry, duty assessment, and excise taxes are governed by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). Always verify 10-digit tariff items with a licensed Canadian customs broker.
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
PREFERENTIAL RULE
Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)
Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
Standard Entry
This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.
MODULE 8: Canadian Trade Remedies (SIMA) & CITT Safeguards
CITT SIMA Anti-Dumping Status
Standard CBSA MFN Tariff
Canadian Steel Safeguards
Exempt (Non-Steel Commodity)
CFIA / Health Canada Control
Standard Statutory Clearance
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUST | Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) | Free | Must meet CUSMA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules. |
| CEUT | Canada-European Union CETA Agreement | Free | CETA Origin Declaration issued by EU exporter. |
| CPTP | Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) | Free | CPTPP Certificate of Origin and value-add threshold. |
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for 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
MODULE 11: CBSA Advance Rulings for Tariff Classification
Legally binding tariff classification advance rulings issued by Canada Border Services Agency for HS 3204.12.
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| HTS Code | Description | General Rate | Special (FTA) Rate | Column 2 Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3204.12 | 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 | Free | Free | Rate on request | — |
| 3204.12.05.00 | 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, Acid black 210 powder and presscake | Free | Free | 72% | kg |
| 3204.12.13.00 | 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, Acid violet 19 | Free | Free | 51% | kg |
| 3204.12.17.00 | 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, Acid black 31, 50, 94, 129; Acid blue 54, 127, 129, 143; Acid brown 44, 46, 48, 58, 188, 189; Acid green 40; Acid red 130, 145, 174, 211; Acid violet 31, 41, 48; Acid yellow 2, 75; Mordant black 8; Mordant green 47; andMordant red 17, 27 | 6.5% | Free (A+,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL, JO,KR,MA,OM, P, PA,PE,S,SG) | 51% | kg |
| 3204.12.20.00 | 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, Acid black 61, 63, 76, 83, 117, 127, 131, 132, 139, 164, 170, 177, 183, 188, 194, 199, 211; Acid blue 1, 47, 60, 61, 66, 72, 81, 82, 83, 90, 98, 102, 112, 123, 126, 127:1, 130, 133, 140, 142, 147, 151, 172, 175, 182, 185, 193, 204, 205, 208, 209, 221, 225, 229, 239, 242, 247, 250, 252, 254, 260, 261, 264, 266, 268, 280, 284, 288, 290, 296, 312, 317, 318; Acid brown 10, 11, 12, 30, 33, 45, 50, 52, 68, 83, 85, 100, 101, 103, 104, 105, 106, 126, 127, 147, 158, 160, 161, 162, 163, 165, 180, 191, 224, 226, 227, 235, 237, 239, 248, 266, 267, 270, 276, 282, 283, 289, 290, 291, 298, 304, 311, 314, 315, 321, 322, 324, 325, 330, 331, 355, 357, 358, 359, 360, 361, 362, 384; Acid green 9, 26, 28, 41, 43, 60, 68, 70, 71, 73, 80, 82, 84, 89, 92, 93, 94, 108, 112; Acid orange 3, 19, 28, 33, 43, 47, 61, 86, 89, 92, 94, 102, 107, 126, 135, 142, 144; Acid red 37, 42, 48, 52, 57, 58, 92, 111, 118, 127, 131, 138, 143, 155, 161, 183, 199, 213, 215, 216, 226, 227, 228, 249, 252, 257, 259, 260, 261, 263, 274, 281, 282, 283, 301, 303, 310, 315, 330, 331, 332, 336, 347, 357, 359, 360, 361, 362, 380, 392, 394, 396; Acid violet 9, 34, 36, 47, 66, 75, 80, 90, 103, 109, 111, 121; Acid yellow 7, 35, 64, 70, 72, 96, 98, 111, 127, 136, 155, 167, 183, 184, 194, 195, 199, 218, 221, 223, 227; Copper phthalocyanine-3,3',4,4'-tetrasulfonic acid; Copper phthalocyanine-4,4ʻ,4'',4'''-tetrasulfonic acid; Dyes containing, by weight--24.2 percent Acid Yellow 135, 21.7 percent Acid Orange 51, and 54.1 percent Acid Blue 113; Dyes containing, by weight-- 10.1 percent Acid Yellow 64, 11.6 percent Acid Orange 51, 26.3 percent Acid Blue 113, 50.5 percent Acid Black 172, and 1.5 percent Acid Green 25 | 6.5% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 53.4% | kg |
| 3204.12.30.00 | 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, Mordant black 75; Mordant blue 1; Mordant brown 79; and Mordant red 81, 84 | 6.5% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 50.5% | kg |
| 3204.12.45.00 | 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, 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) | 72% | kg |
| 3204.12.50 | 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 | 6.5% | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) | 72% | — |
| 3204.12.50.10 | 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) | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 3204.12.50.20 | 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) | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 3204.12.50.30 | 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) | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
| 3204.12.50.90 | 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 | Free | Free | Rate on request | kg |
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 3204.11 | Subheading under Heading 3204 | Compare Subheading 3204.11 → |
| 3204.13 | Subheading under Heading 3204 | Compare Subheading 3204.13 → |
| 3204.14 | Subheading under Heading 3204 | Compare Subheading 3204.14 → |
| 3204.15 | Subheading under Heading 3204 | Compare Subheading 3204.15 → |
| 3204.16 | Subheading under Heading 3204 | Compare Subheading 3204.16 → |
| 3204.17 | Subheading under Heading 3204 | Compare Subheading 3204.17 → |
| 3204.18 | Subheading under Heading 3204 | Compare Subheading 3204.18 → |
| 3204.19 | Subheading under Heading 3204 | Compare Subheading 3204.19 → |
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
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MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and Canada (CBSA) general duty for 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?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and Canada (CBSA), 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 is classified under HS 3204.12 (Heading 3204, Chapter 32). The representative CA MFN general duty rate is Free.
How is HS 3204.12 distinguished within 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)?
Heading 3204 covers 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. Subheading 3204.12 specifically isolates 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. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 3204.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 3204.12?
Related subheadings under Heading 3204 include 3204.11, 3204.13, 3204.14, 3204.15, 3204.16, 3204.17, 3204.18, 3204.19. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import 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 into Canada?
Importers require a CBSA B3 Canada Customs Coding Form, CARM Client Portal registration, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Cargo Control Document (CCD), and CUSMA Certificate of Origin if claiming preferential tariffs.
Can goods under HS 3204.12 enter duty-free under CUSMA / USMCA into Canada?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in the United States or Mexico satisfying Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules enter Canada duty-free under the MUST preferential SPI.
What are the Canadian Low Value Shipment (LVS) de minimis thresholds for 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?
Under CUSMA LTA rules, courier shipments from the US or Mexico valued up to C$150 enter Canada duty-free, and shipments up to C$40 enter tax-free.
How can an importer obtain a CBSA Advance Ruling for HS 3204.12?
Importers or foreign exporters may submit a written application to Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) under Memorandum D11-11-1 to receive a legally binding Advance Ruling on tariff classification.
What sales tax (GST/HST) applies to imports of HS 3204.12 into Canada?
Imports into Canada incur 5.00% federal Goods and Services Tax (GST). Participating provinces assess Harmonized Sales Tax (HST): 13.00% in Ontario and 15.00% in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, and Prince Edward Island.
What is the CARM Client Portal and Business Number (BN15) requirement for Canada?
Importers must register in the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) Client Portal and obtain a 15-digit CRA Import/Export Business Number (BN15) for commercial declarations.
How does Canadian GST/HST payment and deferral work for imports under HS 3204.12?
Import GST/HST is payable at the time of clearance unless the importer participates in the CBSA Option 2 GST Deferral Program via CARM.
What Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) trade remedies apply to HS 3204.12?
Importers must verify whether Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) anti-dumping or countervailing duties determined by the CITT apply to their product origin.
What CFIA or Health Canada regulatory import permits are required for HS 3204.12?
Commercial imports under HS 3204.12 may require pre-market approval, licenses, or automated declarations via the CBSA Automated Import Reference System (AIRS).
Are there entry processing fees or harbor taxes in Canada?
No. Canada does not charge additional entry processing fees or harbor taxes beyond standard CBSA customs duties and applicable GST/HST sales taxes.