Cochineal Carmine Lake Extract from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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