FD&C Red 40 Lake Pigment from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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