Tartrazine Lake Yellow 5 from China
Tartrazine Lake Yellow 5 is an aluminum-based lake of FD&C Yellow 5 dye, used in pet foods, cosmetics, and supplements. It offers oil-dispersibility for non-aqueous systems. This product falls under tariff item 3205.00.00 as a colour lake preparation per Note 3 to Chapter 32.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm that the product is a lake of a certified dye and not a straight dye, as this affects classification
• For food or cosmetic use, ensure compliance with Health Canada regulations and provide relevant safety data sheets
• Keep records of the substrate material (e.g
• alumina) for CBSA inspection