Aluminum Yellow Lake C.I. 15985 Pigment from Mexico
Aluminum lake of Acid Yellow 3 (C.I. 15985), a bright yellow pigment for cosmetics, soaps, and food contact packaging inks. It qualifies under HTS 3205.00.40.10 as a yellow color lake preparation described in U.S. note 3 to section VI. Known for high tinting strength and FDA compliance potential.
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
• Provide FDA color additive certification if destined for cosmetics; lakes require petition approval
• Document insolubility (>95% precipitated dye) to distinguish from 3204 dyes
• Check for EU REACH compliance as lakes may contain trace azo compounds