Eosin Red Lake for Cosmetics

Eosin red lake (DC Red 22 Lake) is a fluorescein lake approved for lipsticks and eyeshadows. HTS 3205.00.40.20 covers this red cosmetic color lake per chapter note 3, non-bleeding and FDA certified.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3204.12.50Same rate: 41.5%

If soluble fluorescein dye

Unlaked eosin classifies as basic dye 3204.

3304.99.50.00Lower: 35% vs 41.5%

If pre-formulated in cosmetic base

Beauty preparations containing lakes shift to chapter 33.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Must have FDA D&C certification and batch color match data

Microbiological specs critical (<10 cfu/g total count)