HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 3204.11 – Dyes; disperse dyes and preparations based thereon
HS code 3204.11 is the 6-digit subheading for dyes, disperse dyes and preparations based thereon. It is used for disperse Red, disperse Blue, disperse Yellow, high-energy disperse dyes and low-energy disperse dyes.
What HS 3204.11 covers
Disperse dyes and preparations based thereon fall under this HS code, representing a crucial class of synthetic organic dyes primarily used for coloring hydrophobic fibers such as polyester, acetate, and nylon. Their unique application method, where the dye is finely dispersed in water rather than dissolved, makes them indispensable for the textile industry, particularly for sportswear, automotive fabrics, and home furnishings, where high fastness properties are required. International trade involves specialized chemical manufacturers supplying these dyes to textile mills globally. Key factors influencing trade include evolving fashion trends, technological advancements in dyeing processes, and increasingly stringent environmental regulations concerning dye effluent, driving innovation towards more sustainable and efficient formulations with improved ecological profiles.
- Covers
- Disperse Red
- Disperse Blue
- Disperse Yellow
- High-energy disperse dyes
- Low-energy disperse dyes
- Polyester dyes
- Acetate dyes
- Nylon disperse dyes
- Examples
- Huntsman Terasil
- Archroma Foron
- Dystar Dianix
- Ciba Terasil
Codes often confused with 3204.11
Common mistake. Could be confused with other synthetic dye types like acid dyes (320412) or direct dyes (320414), but disperse dyes are specifically designed for hydrophobic synthetic fibers and applied via dispersion.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 320411, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 320411 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 8.6% of world imports. Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 76% of its exports here ($42M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 34% of its imports here ($33M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $397M 49% of world exports
- 2 India $75M 9.3% of world exports
- 3 Germany $50M 6.2% of world exports
Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 76% of its exports here ($42M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $805M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Indonesia $80M 8.6% of world imports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$69M 7.5% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Türkiye $53M 5.7% of world imports
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 34% of its imports here ($33M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $921M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 3204.11
Brazil does not split HS 3204.11: its NCM code is 3204.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 32.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 3204.11
What is HS code 320411?
HS code 320411 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Dyes; disperse dyes and preparations based thereon. Disperse dyes and preparations based thereon fall under this HS code, representing a crucial class of synthetic organic dyes primarily used for coloring hydrophobic fibers such as polyester, acetate, and nylon. Their unique application method, where the dye is finely dispersed in water rather than dissolved, makes them indispensable for the textile industry, particularly for sportswear, automotive fabrics, and home furnishings, where high fastness properties are required. International trade involves specialized chemical manufacturers supplying these dyes to textile mills globally. Key factors influencing trade include evolving fashion trends, technological advancements in dyeing processes, and increasingly stringent environmental regulations concerning dye effluent, driving innovation towards more sustainable and efficient formulations with improved ecological profiles.
What products fall under HS code 320411?
Disperse Red, Disperse Blue, Disperse Yellow, High-energy disperse dyes, Low-energy disperse dyes, Polyester dyes, Acetate dyes, Nylon disperse dyes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 320411?
Could be confused with other synthetic dye types like acid dyes (320412) or direct dyes (320414), but disperse dyes are specifically designed for hydrophobic synthetic fibers and applied via dispersion.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 320411?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 320411 in UN Comtrade data were China ($397M, 49% of world exports), India ($75M) and Germany ($50M). World exports came to about $805M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 76% of its exports here ($42M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 320411?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 320411 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($80M, 8.6% of world imports), Vietnam (about $69M) and Türkiye ($53M). World imports came to about $921M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 34% of its imports here ($33M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
How is HS code 320411 structured?
HS code 320411 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (32) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 320411?
In Brazil, HS code 320411 is NCM 3204.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.