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Vat green 2 (indanthrene brill green GG)

Vat dye green 2, indanthrene brilliant green GG

CBIC CLEARANCE

HSN 3204 15 62 (Vat green 2 / Indanthrene Brilliant Green GG) is subject to mandatory additional qualifiers in the import declaration administered by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) under CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus dated 30-09-2023. With effect from 15 October 2023, importers of synthetic organic colouring matter under Chapter 32 must furnish the stipulated qualifiers at the bill-of-entry stage per Paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2 of that Circular.

What this is
HSN code
3204 15 62
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 declaration from CBIC
  • Bill of entry with para 4.1 and 4.2 compliance
Compliance steps
  1. 1
    Include all mandatory additional qualifiers in the import declaration as stipulated in Paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2 of CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus. This requirement applies to all consignments of synthetic organic colouring matter under Chapter 32 filed on or after 15 October 2023.
    CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus dated 30-09-2023, Paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2
  2. 2
    Verify that the bill-of-entry description and the qualifier declarations match the commercial invoice and certificate of analysis for the specific vat dye. Mismatch between the declared qualifier data and the accompanying trade documents triggers customs query and potential detention of the consignment.
    CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus dated 30-09-2023, Paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2
A word of counsel

The most frequent error on Chapter 32 vat-dye entries is filing the bill of entry with a generic product description and omitting the Chapter 32 mandatory qualifiers required since 15 October 2023. A declaration that does not carry the Paragraph 4.1 and 4.2 qualifiers is treated as a deficient entry and can attract customs query, amendment proceedings, and detention — even where the underlying consignment is fully compliant. Ensure the exporter's commercial invoice already carries the qualifier data so the customs broker can reproduce it accurately at the time of filing.

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Frequently asked
Does HSN 3204 15 62 require BIS certification?
No, vat dyes including Vat Green 2 are not covered by any BIS Quality Control Order. Import is governed by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs under CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus, which mandates additional qualifiers in the import declaration for Chapter 32 commodities with effect from 15 October 2023.
What are the mandatory qualifiers required under CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus for this tariff line?
The qualifiers are prescribed in Paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2 of CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus dated 30-09-2023 and must be included in every import declaration for commodities under Chapters 28, 29, 32, 39 and CTH 3808 filed on or after 15 October 2023.
Does the qualifier requirement under CBIC Circular 23/2023-Cus apply to all Chapter 32 dyes or only to specific sub-headings?
The requirement applies to all commodities under Chapter 32 as specified in the Circular, which covers synthetic organic colouring matter broadly; HSN 3204 15 62 falls squarely within scope as a vat dye preparation under that chapter.
Last verified against gazette notifications: 2026-05-16. Source: CBIC / Indian Customs CUSDATA.
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