Paprika Oleoresin Extract from China
Paprika oleoresin is an extracted oleoresin derived from Capsicum annuum peppers, containing capsaicinoids and carotenoids for coloring and flavoring. It falls under HTS 3301.90.10.50 as an extracted oleoresin, other than those specifically provided for, used primarily in food industry as a natural colorant and spice extract. This non-terpeneless product is obtained through solvent extraction, distinguishing it from essential oils.
Duty Rate — China → United States
21.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Verify purity and solvent residue levels to meet FDA food additive standards; obtain Certificates of Analysis (CoA) documenting capsaicin content; avoid misclassification as a spice under Chapter 9 by emphasizing solvent extraction process