Aluminum Lake Red 53:1 from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• 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