FD&C Yellow 5 for Confectionery from Germany
Fine dust FD&C Yellow 5 (CAS 1934-21-0) optimized for hard candies and gummies, high-tint strength synthetic acid dye. Classified HTS 3204.12.50.20 as enumerated food color. Delivers intense yellow without speckling.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Particle size analysis prevents 'lake' misclassification
• Sugar adhesion tests confirm suitability