Carmine Lake Pigment from Japan
Carmine lake pigment is a precipitated aluminum or calcium salt of carminic acid extracted from cochineal insects (Dactylopius coccus), used as a bright red colorant in paints and inks. Classified under HTS 3203.00.80.00 for animal-origin coloring matter, including dyeing extracts.
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
• Provide extraction process documentation to distinguish from synthetic reds and confirm animal origin
• Comply with REACH or TSCA for pigment imports; test for allergens if destined for cosmetics