Paprika-Carmine Confectionery Coloring Liquid from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Validate color fastness in high-sugar environments; declare exact lake percentages; beware of over-dilution leading to 3203 reclassification