Annatto Extract Powder from Japan
Annatto extract powder is derived from the seeds of the achiote tree (Bixa orellana), a vegetable source, providing a natural orange-red coloring matter used in food and cosmetics. It falls under HTS 3203.00.80.00 as a vegetable-origin coloring matter, chemically defined or not, excluding animal black.
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
• Verify purity and origin certificates to confirm vegetable source and avoid reclassification as synthetic dyes under Chapter 32
• Ensure compliance with FDA color additive regulations for food use, including batch testing for heavy metals