HS Code 3204: Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon; synthetic organic products used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores; whether or not chemically defined
What is HS Code 3204
HS Code 3204 covers Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon; synthetic organic products used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores; whether or not chemically defined. It is a 4-digit heading within Chapter 32 (Tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints and varnishes; putty and other mastics; inks), Section VI. Its 6-digit subheadings are identical in every HS-adopting country; from the 7th digit onward, each country extends the code for its own tariff and statistics.
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What does HS Code 3204 Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon; synthetic organic products used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores; whether or not chemically defined Cover?
What HS Codes for Dyes, Paints and Inks Do Not Cover
Chapter 32 covers tanning extracts, dyes, pigments, paints, varnishes, putty, and inks. Goods frequently misclassified here but that belong elsewhere include:
Cosmetic colorants and makeup
Chapter 33
Inorganic chemicals as such
Chapter 28
Plastics colored in the mass
Chapter 39
Artist-grade pigments sold as art supplies
may shift to Chapter 96
This list highlights common classification errors only — it is not exhaustive. For binding classification, work with a licensed customs broker or qualified trade compliance professional.