Paprika-Carmine Confectionery Coloring Liquid from Japan
High-potency liquid for candy and gum coloring, featuring cochineal carmine lake and paprika oleo resins. HTS 3205.00.05.00 covers these synthetic-free food solutions based on natural color lakes. Fat-soluble variant for chocolate applications.
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
• Validate color fastness in high-sugar environments; declare exact lake percentages; beware of over-dilution leading to 3203 reclassification