Cochineal Carmine Food Coloring Solution from Mexico
A liquid food coloring solution derived from cochineal carmine lake and paprika oleo resins, used to impart red hues to beverages and confectionery. It falls under HTS 3205.00.05.00 as it contains natural color lakes without synthetic organic dyes, per chapter note 3. Ideal for natural ingredient labeling in food products.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify absence of synthetic dyes via lab testing for compliance; obtain FDA food contact approval; label as 'natural color' to avoid misclassification pitfalls