FD&C Red 40 Lake Pigment from Germany
FD&C Red 40 precipitated onto alumina substrate to form an insoluble lake pigment (CAS base 25956-17-6), used in coatings and chewing gum. While based on the specified synthetic coloring matter, classified under 3204.12.50.10 due to specific CAS identification in acid dyes category. Not considered a preparation dispersed in nonaqueous media per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include lake substrate composition (typically 10-15% alumina) and dye loading percentage on documentation; FDA prior approval required for lakes
• Avoid misdeclaring as simple powder which changes purity calculations