Zeaxanthin Emulsion for Dietary Supplements from China

Water-dispersible zeaxanthin emulsion serves dual role as carotenoid colorant and nutritional supplement for eye health products. HTS 3204.18.00.00 covers this preparation based on synthetic carotenoid coloring matter. Used in beverages and capsules where yellow pigmentation is desired.

Duty Rate — China → United States

28.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

File structure/function claims carefully under DSHEA; provide lutein/zeaxanthin ratio certificates; avoid health claims that trigger drug classification under 3003