Organic-Certified FD&C Yellow 5 Equivalent from Japan
FD&C Yellow 5 (CAS 1934-21-0) produced via organic synthesis methods, certified for natural-claim foods. Still synthetic under HTS 3204.12.50.20 despite process. Meets clean-label demands.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Organic certs don't change synthetic classification; declare as such
• Process validation prevents 'natural color' fraud claims