Food and beverage manufacturers are major buyers of Tartrazine, though usage has declined in some markets due to consumer and regulatory pressure.
HSN code 32041982 is classified as Free under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — no export license is required.
This product may be freely exported/imported from India without a license.
HSN Code Details
HSN 32041982 covers Tartrazine (Yellow 4), one of the most widely used and most regulated synthetic food colorants globally, known for potential allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Requires FCC food-additive certification; Tartrazine requires specific allergen warning labeling in the EU and other markets given documented sensitivity reactions, and is banned outright in a few countries.
Related HSN Codes (Heading 3204)
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- 32041119OtherFree
- 32041121orange 11 (Duranol orange G)Free
- 32041129Disperse Orange: ---- OtherFree
Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 32041982 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
Tartrazine/Yellow 4 (32041982) requires FCC certification and mandatory allergen warning labels in the EU given documented sensitivity reactions - a few countries ban it outright.
HSN 32041982 falls under Chapter 32 and Heading 3204 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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