Madder Lake Red Pigment from Japan
Madder lake is a traditional red pigment made by precipitating madder root extract (alizarin) onto a calcium or aluminum base, creating a translucent color lake. Classified under HTS 3205.00.40 per U.S. note 3 to section VI for color lakes and preparations thereof. Primarily used in artists' oil paints and historical restorations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include stability test data for lightfastness; ensure labeling distinguishes from synthetic reds
• Watch for EU REACH compliance if transshipping through Europe