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Cochineal Carmine Lake Extract from Germany

Purified extract from cochineal insects processed into a stable carmine lake for pharmaceutical tinting. HTS 3205.00.1500 applies to this 'other' natural carmine preparation as per chapter definitions.

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

Submit USP or EP certificates verifying pharmaceutical purity grades for carmine lakes

Document insect sourcing to prevent CITES issues with cochineal trade regulations

Use tamper-evident packaging to maintain sterility claims during transit