Perylene Red Lake for Inks from Mexico
Perylene red lake pigment provides deep maroon-red tones with superior chemical resistance, ideal for flexographic printing inks. It qualifies for HTS 3205.00.50.20 as a red color lake preparation used in coloring applications.
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
• Submit color index (CI) number like Pigment Red 149 in entry docs for Customs verification
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion; lakes in retail packs may shift if meeting 3212 criteria
• Test for extender content; if used as oil paint extender, excluded per chapter note