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 Vietnam (Tổng cục Hải quan), the representative MFN general duty rate is 0% [Tổng cục Hải quan].
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
United StatesUnited KingdomEuropean UnionCanadaMexicoChinaJapanIndiaAustraliaSouth KoreaGermanyBrazilTürkiyeChinese TaipeiVietnamThailandIndonesiaMalaysiaSingaporeSaudi ArabiaUnited Arab EmiratesSouth AfricaEgyptIsraelChileColombiaPeruPhilippinesPakistanNew ZealandNorwayNigeriaKenyaMoroccoArgentinaEcuadorBangladeshUkraineKazakhstanQatarKuwaitOmanJordan
Vietnam (Tổng cục Hải quan Tariff 2026)
3204.12.00.00
MODULE 5: VIETNAM IMPORT DUTY & TAX BREAKDOWN
Thuế Nhập Khẩu (Import Duty)
0%
WTO MFN Rate
Import VAT (Thuế GTGT)
8% – 10%
CIF + Duty Base
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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: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)
China Section 301 Tariff Status
0% Additional Duty (Exempt)
Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status
Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)
EU CBAM Carbon Alert
Not in Scope
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
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| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| P | United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) | Free | Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules. |
| KR | U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) | Free | Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin. |
| AU | U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement | Free | Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA. |
| A / D | GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA) | Free | 35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin. |
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: Advance Classification Determination (Tổng cục Hải quan)
Legally binding advance classification rulings issued by Vietnam Customs for HS 3204.12.
Query official Vietnam Customs portal:
Search Official Vietnam Customs Portal for 3204.12 →Vietnam Declarable Tariff Lines (3204.12)
National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Vietnam (Tổng cục Hải quan): coverage in progress.
Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 0%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Tổng cục Hải quan).
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
Vietnam Customs (Tổng cục Hải quan) ↗
Official Vietnam tariff schedule and MFN import duty (Thuế nhập khẩu) rates.
Vietnam Customs Advance Classification Portal ↗
Tổng cục Hải quan binding advance classification determination database.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and Vietnam (Tổng cục Hải quan) 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 Vietnam (Tổng cục Hải quan), 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 VN MFN general duty rate is 0%.
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?
Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.
Can goods under HS 3204.12 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of 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?
Commercial shipments of 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 with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 3204.12?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.
What is the import VAT rate for HS 3204.12 in Vietnam?
Vietnam assesses an import Value-Added Tax (VAT / Thuế GTGT) of 8% to 10% depending on commodity category, calculated on CIF value + statutory import duty.
What is Vietnam's de minimis duty-free threshold?
Vietnam's de minimis threshold for express parcel imports is VND 1,000,000 (~USD $40). Consignments below this value enter duty and tax free.
Which agency regulates customs entry and advance determinations in Vietnam?
Customs declarations and binding advance classification determinations are administered by Vietnam Customs (Tổng cục Hải quan).
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