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U.S. imports of carotenoid coloring matters and preparations based thereon (HS 320418) totaled $2.5M in April 2026, traded with 10 countries.
Importers of Carotenoid Coloring Matters and Preparations Based Thereon paid $96K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 4.1% on $2.3M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBeta-carotene and other carotenoid coloring matters — classified entirely under a single 10-digit line (3204180000) — serve dual roles as food colorants and nutritional supplement ingredients, placing them at the intersection of FDA color additive regulation and dietary supplement oversight. Unlike purely synthetic azo or phthalocyanine dyes, carotenoids are often derived from natural sources or produced by fermentation and chemical synthesis, and their use in food or supplement applications requires compliance with FDA-approved color additive petitions or GRAS determinations. France and Germany are the leading suppliers to the US market, reflecting the presence of major life-science and specialty chemical manufacturers in those countries.
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Yes. When used as a color additive in food, beta-carotene and other carotenoids must comply with FDA's color additive regulations, which specify permitted uses, levels, and labeling requirements. When imported as a dietary supplement ingredient or for pharmaceutical use, different FDA review pathways apply. Importers should clearly document the intended end-use to ensure the correct regulatory framework governs the shipment. Classification is complex; consult a licensed customs broker or FDA for admissibility guidance.
A preparation in which the carotenoid coloring matter imparts the essential character — for example, a beta-carotene suspension in vegetable oil used primarily as a colorant — generally remains in 320418. However, if the product is formulated primarily as a nutritional supplement or pharmaceutical, it may be more appropriately classified in Chapter 21 or Chapter 30. The intended use and the relative commercial significance of the carotenoid versus the carrier are key classification factors.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3204180000 | BETA-CAROTENE AND OTHER CAROTENOID COLORING MATTER | $2.5M | 4.13% | $96K |
BETA-CAROTENE AND OTHER CAROTENOID COLORING MATTER
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3204180000 | BETA-CAROTENE AND OTHER CAROTENOID COLORING MATTER | $5.0M |
BETA-CAROTENE AND OTHER CAROTENOID COLORING MATTER
33.3K kg
MASTICS; PAINTERS' FILLINGS
HS 321410
PIGMNTS/PREPS CONT =>80% TITANIUM DIOXIDE, DRY WT
HS 320611
PRINTING INK, OTHER THAN BLACK
HS 321519
COLORING MATTER OF VEGETABLE OR ANIMAL ORIGIN
HS 320300
PIGMENTS & PREPARATIONS BASED THEREON
HS 320417
PAINTS & VARNISHES,IN NONAQUEUS MEDIUM,NESOI
HS 320890
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | -- | $4.0M | +$4.0M |
| New Jersey | $1.1M | $182K | -$963K |
| Pennsylvania | $970K | $260K | -$711K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON, TX | -- | $4.0M | +$4.0M |
| CHESTER, PA | $1.2M | -- | -$1.2M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $724K | -- | -$724K |