Safflower Yellow Extract from Mexico
Safflower yellow extract, from Carthamus tinctorius flowers, yields water-soluble yellow dyes for textiles and food coloring. It qualifies under HTS 3203.00.80.00 as vegetable-origin coloring matter or preparations per note 3.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
3.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include HPLC analysis to prove natural vegetable origin and avoid synthetic dye scrutiny
• For food use, ensure GRAS status documentation; EU requires novel food authorization
• Avoid bulk packaging without specs—customs may classify as Chapter 12 plants if not clearly extracted