Transparent Yellow Lake 30-0338

A transparent monoazo yellow lake used in wood stains and lacquers for clear, vibrant finishes. It qualifies under HTS 3205.00.50.10 as a yellow preparation based on color lakes, insoluble in common solvents. Provides UV stability without opacity.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3205.00.40Same rate: 41.5%

If the color lake is red or other non-yellow shade

HTS splits 3205 by color, with 3205.00.50.10 specific to yellow; other hues use adjacent subheadings.

2530.90Lower: 10% vs 41.5%

If mineral-derived earth colorants used as pigments

Natural mineral pigments like ochers fall under 2530, not synthetic lakes of 3205.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label with exact CI number and batch for traceability, as customs audits color purity frequently

• Avoid bulk packaging pitfalls by using UN-approved drums for powder lakes to prevent contamination claims

• Consult CBP rulings for hybrid lake/dye blends to secure binding classification

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