Carmine Lake for Yogurt Coloring from Germany
Water-dispersible carmine lake designed for dairy products like yogurt, providing natural pink-red shades. Falls under HTS 3205.00.1500 for carmine color lakes not excluded by chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Ensure GRAS status documentation for dairy applications under FDA food contact rules
• Test pH stability as carmine lakes can shift color in acidic yogurt environments
• Declare usage rates below 150ppm to align with EU and US maximum permitted levels