Annatto Powder from Canada

Annatto powder is a natural orange-red coloring matter extracted from the seeds of the achiote tree (Bixa orellana), used primarily as a food colorant in dairy products like cheese and butter. It falls under HTS 3203.00.10.00 as it is specifically listed annatto, a vegetable-derived coloring matter not chemically defined but used in dyeing extracts.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify purity and origin certificates to confirm vegetable source and avoid reclassification as synthetic dyes under Chapter 32 headings like 3204

Ensure FDA food-grade compliance with documentation for color additive petitions if used in food products