Madder Lake Red Pigment from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include stability test data for lightfastness; ensure labeling distinguishes from synthetic reds
• Watch for EU REACH compliance if transshipping through Europe