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Cochineal Carmine Solution from Japan

Cochineal carmine solution is an aqueous extract of carminic acid from cochineal insects for inks and cosmetics. HTS 3203.00.80.00 covers animal-origin preparations.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Include allergen declarations (carmine is shellfish-like sensitizer)

Specify solvent (water vs organic) to confirm note 3 applicability