Yellow Iron Oxide Color Lake from Mexico
A synthetic color lake derived from iron oxide pigments, used primarily in paints, coatings, and plastics for vibrant yellow hues. It falls under HTS 3205.00.50.10 as a preparation based on color lakes, specifically yellow variants as per chapter note 3. This insoluble pigment provides lightfastness and opacity in industrial coloring applications.
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Import Tips
• Verify pigment purity and lake formation via lab analysis to confirm classification under color lakes, avoiding reclassification as synthetic organic pigments in 3204
• Include certificates of analysis (COA) showing insolubility in water, as required for color lake definitions; common pitfall is mislabeling as dispersible dyes
• Ensure proper hazardous material declarations if containing heavy metals like iron oxide, complying with EPA and TSCA import regulations