Carotenoid colouring matters and preparations based thereon
Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 30.02, 30.05 or 30.06) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale. > Carotenoid colouring matters and preparations based thereon > Carotenoid colouring matters and preparations based thereon > Carotenoid colouring matters and preparations based thereon
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Products classified under Tariff item 3204.18.00
Annatto-Derived Carotenoid Paste
Annatto-derived carotenoid paste, processed from annatto seeds into a semi-synthetic bixin/norbixin preparation, is used as a natural orange colorant for cheese and snack products. It qualifies under tariff item 3204.18.00 as a carotenoid colouring matter or preparation based thereon, per Chapter Note 3.
Astaxanthin Beadlets for Aquaculture Feed
Astaxanthin beadlets are microencapsulated synthetic carotenoid preparations that provide pink pigmentation to salmon and shrimp in aquaculture feeds. They fall under tariff item 3204.18.00 as preparations based on carotenoid colouring matter, used as ingredients in feed colouring.
Beta-Carotene Food Coloring Powder
Beta-carotene food coloring powder is a synthetic carotenoid colouring matter, chemically processed for use as a yellow-orange pigment in food products. It is classified under tariff item 3204.18.00 as a carotenoid colouring matter, per Chapter Note 3, which includes preparations based on colouring matter for colouring any material.
Beta-Carotene Oil Suspension 30%
Beta-carotene oil suspension at 30% concentration is a carotenoid preparation in vegetable oil, used for colouring margarine and edible fats. It falls under tariff item 3204.18.00 as a preparation based on carotenoid colouring matter, suitable for colouring food products.
Canthaxanthin Granules for Egg Yolk Coloring
Canthaxanthin granules are synthetic carotenoid colouring matters added to poultry feed to produce deep orange egg yolks. They are classified under tariff item 3204.18.00 as preparations based on synthetic carotenoids for animal nutrition, per Chapter Note 3.
Carotenoid Blend Water-Soluble Powder
Carotenoid blend water-soluble powder combines beta-carotene, lutein, and lycopene in a water-soluble matrix for beverage colouring. It falls under tariff item 3204.18.00 as a synthetic carotenoid colouring preparation, per Chapter Note 3, which covers preparations based on colouring matter for colouring any material.
Lutein Microcapsules for Pet Food
Lutein microcapsules are microencapsulated preparations for premium pet foods, enhancing colour and providing vision health benefits. They are classified under tariff item 3204.18.00 as carotenoid colouring preparations for animal feed applications, per Chapter Note 3.
Lycopene Oleoresin for Cosmetics
Lycopene oleoresin is a carotenoid extract standardized as a red colouring preparation for lipsticks, creams, and skincare products. It qualifies under tariff item 3204.18.00 as a carotenoid-based preparation used in non-food applications, per Chapter Note 3.
Sulphated Astaxanthin for Shrimp Feed
Sulphated astaxanthin is a water-soluble derivative of astaxanthin used for shrimp larviculture feeds, providing essential colouration. It is classified under tariff item 3204.18.00 as a modified carotenoid preparation for high-value aquaculture colouring.
Zeaxanthin Emulsion for Dietary Supplements
Zeaxanthin emulsion is a water-dispersible preparation serving as a carotenoid colourant and nutritional supplement for eye health products. It falls under tariff item 3204.18.00 as a preparation based on synthetic carotenoid colouring matter, per Chapter Note 3.