HTS Chapter 32 — Tanning, Dyeing Extracts Tariff Rates (2026)

Covers tanning extracts, dyes, pigments, paints, varnishes, inks, putty, and other coloring preparations for industrial and artistic use.

Rate Overview

3.5%

Avg MFN Rate

10%

Section 122

N/A

Section 232

7.5-100%

Section 301 (China)

Key Headings in Chapter 32

HTS Code	Description	MFN Rate	Sec 232	Sec 301
3204	Synthetic organic colouring matter	5.8%	N/A	25%
3208	Paints and varnishes	3.7%	N/A	25%
3215	Printing ink, writing ink, and other inks	1.8%	N/A	25%

Common Products

Paints and varnishesPrinting inksSynthetic dyesPigmentsTanning extractsArtists' colorsGlaziers' puttyMasterbatches

Tanning, Dyeing Extracts fall under Chapter 32 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, one of the moderate-duty product categories. Covers tanning extracts, dyes, pigments, paints, varnishes, inks, putty, and other coloring preparations for industrial and artistic use. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 3.5%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, all imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026, expiring approximately July 24, 2026). Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Paints and varnishes, Printing inks, Synthetic dyes, Pigments, Tanning extracts, Artists' colors, Glaziers' putty, Masterbatches. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 28, Chapter 29, Chapter 33, Chapter 38, Chapter 41, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 32 (Tanning, Dyeing Extracts)?

The average MFN duty rate for tanning, dyeing extracts is 3.5%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.

What products are in HTS Chapter 32?

Chapter 32 covers tanning, dyeing extracts, including Paints and varnishes, Printing inks, Synthetic dyes, Pigments, Tanning extracts. Related chapters include Chapter 28, Chapter 29, Chapter 33, Chapter 38, Chapter 41.

Are tanning, dyeing extracts subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?

Section 232 tariffs generally do not apply to products in this chapter. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.