Carmine Lake Pigment from Japan
Carmine lake pigment is a precipitated aluminium or calcium salt of carminic acid extracted from cochineal insects (Dactylopius coccus), used as a bright red colorant in paints and inks. As an animal-origin colouring matter, it is classified under tariff item 3203.00.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the lake pigment is not dispersed in non-aqueous media, which would shift classification to heading 32.12
• Declare the insect source to confirm animal origin
• For paint use, verify compliance with Canadian consumer product safety regulations