Disperse blue 5 (celliton fast blue FFB)

Disperse blue 5 synthetic organic disperse dye

CBIC CLEARANCE

HSN 3204 11 53 (Disperse blue 5, celliton fast blue FFB) is subject to mandatory additional qualifiers in the import declaration under CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus dated 30-09-2023, applicable to all commodities under Chapters 28, 29, 32, 39 and CTH 3808 with effect from 15 October 2023. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) administers the underlying ITC (HS) import policy; no sectoral licence is required beyond the CBIC declaration overlay.

What this is

HSN code

3204 11 53

Chapter

32 · Tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments, paints and varnishes

Primary regulator

CBIC · CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus dated 30-09-2023 (Chapter 32 mandatory qualifiers)

Customs documentation

Chapter 32 qualifiers from CBIC
Import declaration from CBIC

Compliance steps

1
Ensure the import declaration for Disperse blue 5 includes all mandatory additional qualifiers prescribed under paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2 of CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus. These qualifiers are compulsory for all commodities under Chapter 32 and must appear in the bill of entry with effect from 15 October 2023.
CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus dated 30-09-2023, para 4.1 and 4.2
2
Verify that the qualifier fields in the e-Sanchit bill of entry submission are complete and accurate before filing. An incomplete or absent qualifier declaration may result in consignment detention pending rectification at the customs station.
CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus dated 30-09-2023, para 4.1 and 4.2

A word of counsel

The most common error on this tariff line is filing the bill of entry without populating the mandatory Chapter 32 qualifier fields introduced by CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus, treating Disperse blue 5 as a routine dye import with no declaration overlay. The qualifier obligation has applied since 15 October 2023 and extends across all synthetic organic colouring matter under Chapter 32; an incomplete declaration triggers detention and a request for amendment before out-of-charge is granted.

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Frequently asked

Does HSN 3204 11 53 require BIS certification?

No, disperse dyes including Disperse blue 5 are not within any BIS Quality Control Order regime. Import compliance for this tariff line is governed by the mandatory additional-qualifier obligation under CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus dated 30-09-2023 for Chapter 32 commodities.

Which specific qualifier fields under CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus must be completed for this HSN?

The qualifiers prescribed in paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2 of CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus apply; importers should consult the circular's Annexure for the exact field list applicable to Chapter 32 disperse dye commodities.

Does the mandatory qualifier requirement apply only to Disperse blue 5 or to the broader Chapter 32 dye family?

The obligation applies to all commodities under Chapters 28, 29, 32, 39 and CTH 3808 as specified in CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus; Disperse blue 5 falls within Chapter 32 and is fully within scope.

Last verified against gazette notifications: 2026-05-16. Source: CBIC / Indian Customs CUSDATA.