Vegetable Carbon Black from Japan
Vegetable carbon black from pyrolysis of plant materials, used as food coloring E153. HTS 2803.00.0050 includes this pure carbon form when meeting chemical definition. Distinguish from organic colorants.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Food grade certification (E153) and heavy metal analysis required
• Confirm vegetable origin vs. animal (bone black) for labeling
• Prevent confusion with activated charcoal supplements