Bakery Red Tint from Cochineal and Paprika
A liquid food colouring solution combining carmine lake derived from cochineal and paprika oleoresin, intended for tinting dough and icings in bakery products. It is a preparation based on colour lakes as specified in Note 3 to Chapter 32, providing an oven-stable red hue.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a synthetic organic colouring matter rather than a natural lake-based preparation
Synthetic colouring matters fall under heading 3204, not colour lakes of 3205.
If sold as a food preparation for retail sale with additional ingredients
Food preparations not elsewhere specified may be classified in Chapter 21.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is labelled as a food colouring preparation and declare it under 3205.00.00
• Verify that it does not contain separate chemically defined elements excluded by Chapter Note 1
• Keep documentation of the colour lake composition for CBSA verification
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