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Aluminum Lake Red 53:1

FD&C Red 40 aluminum lake (CI 17200:1) is a water-insoluble red color lake used in food coatings, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Falls under HTS 3205.00.50.20 for red color lakes and note 3 preparations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China6.5%+37.5%44%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3204.12.50Same rate: 44%

If acid dye without lake precipitation

Acid dyes in acid/ mordant form go to 3204, separate from insoluble lakes.

3304.99.50.00Lower: 37.5% vs 44%

If pre-dispersed in cosmetic base

Beauty preparations containing lakes classify by end use in chapter 33.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include FDA batch certification if for food/pharma use; affects valuation and documentation

• Specify substrate (aluminum hydroxide) in specs; magnesium lakes may have different stability