Carmine Lake Red Pigment from Canada
Carmine lake is a synthetic red color lake derived from cochineal carmine, precipitated onto an aluminum hydroxide substrate. It falls under HTS 3205.00.40.20 as a red color lake preparation specified in note 3 to chapter 32, used primarily in cosmetics, food, and pharmaceuticals for stable red coloring.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify batch certificates confirming lake structure (dye on substrate) to avoid misclassification as synthetic organic dyes under 3204
• Include stability and lightfastness test data in documentation for FDA or EU cosmetic compliance