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Carmine Lake for Ice Cream from China

Fat-compatible carmine lake pigment for ice cream and frozen desserts, resistant to freeze-thaw cycles. HTS 3205.00.1500 for this carmine-based color lake preparation.

Duty Rate — China → United States

44%

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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Certify freeze-thaw stability to support food application claims during inspection

Use nitrogen-flushed packaging to prevent oxidation in transit

Declare as 'not for retail sale' if bulk to avoid 3212 retail packing exclusions