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
13.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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