Printing ink, paint, cosmetic, and plastic manufacturers requiring pigment-form coloring (rather than dissolving a dye) are the buyers of colour lakes.
HSN code 32050000 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 32050000 covers colour lakes, pigments formed by precipitating a soluble dye onto an insoluble substrate (like aluminum hydroxide), used where insoluble pigment form is needed rather than soluble dye.
Ships as fine insoluble powder; cosmetic-grade lakes require additional purity and heavy-metal testing certification distinct from industrial ink/paint grade.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 32050000 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
Colour lakes (32050000) ship as insoluble powder - cosmetic-grade requires additional heavy-metal testing certification, separate from industrial ink/paint grade.
HSN 32050000 falls under Chapter 32 and Heading 3205 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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