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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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