HS Code:
Basic Orange 22 and Basic Red 13 are synthetic dyes classified under the category of basic dyes, primarily used in the textile, paper, and leather industries for coloring purposes. These dyes are cationic in nature, offering bright and vibrant shades with good color fastness on specific substrates like acrylic fibers. Their trade is influenced by the demand for textiles and specialty chemicals globally, with production concentrated in countries with strong chemical manufacturing capabilities. The HS Code for these products typically falls under 3204.13, which covers synthetic organic coloring matter of basic dyes.
Total Trade Volume
USD 150 million
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
6.5%
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Japan EPA)
Shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly dyes
Increased demand for low-impact dyes and pressure on manufacturers to adopt green chemistry, potentially reducing the market share of traditional basic dyes like Basic Orange 22 and Basic Red 13.
2021-2023
Growth in textile industry in Asia-Pacific
Higher demand for basic dyes in countries like Bangladesh and Vietnam, driving export growth for producers in China and India.
2020-2022
Rising raw material costs
Increased production costs for synthetic dyes, leading to higher prices and potential shifts to alternative coloring agents.
2022
The European Union introduced stricter environmental compliance requirements under REACH for imported dyes, including Basic Orange 22 and Basic Red 13, to minimize ecological impact.
June 2023
Increased compliance costs for exporters to the EU, potentially reducing trade volumes from non-compliant manufacturers.
China reported a 15% increase in dye exports, including basic dyes, due to recovery in global textile demand after COVID-19 disruptions.
March 2022
Strengthened China's position as the leading exporter, impacting competitors like India and Germany.
The Indian government launched incentives under the 'Make in India' initiative to boost local production of synthetic dyes, aiming to reduce import dependency.
January 2023
Potential increase in India's export capacity and market share in the long term, challenging China's dominance.