Pharmaceutical Grade Sorbic Acid USP
Pharmaceutical grade sorbic acid meeting USP monograph standards for use in sterile and non-sterile pharmaceutical formulations as a preservative. It is a chemically defined unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, classifiable under tariff item 2916.19.00 as 'Other'.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a certificate of analysis confirming USP compliance
• Ensure the product is not classified under pharmaceutical headings (e.g
• 3003 or 3004) if not put up in measured doses
• Document the pharmaceutical use to support classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2916.19.00
Anti-Caking Sorbic Acid (Food Processing)
Sorbic acid treated with anti-caking agents for food processing equipment, maintaining >99% active content. The anti-caking addition is permitted under Chapter 29 Note 1(f) for preservation or transport, and the product remains a chemically defined unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, classifiable under tariff item 2916.19.00 as 'Other'.
Bulk Potassium Sorbate for Wine Making
Bulk potassium sorbate for winemaking, a chemically defined potassium salt of sorbic acid (an unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid). It is used to stabilize wine by preventing refermentation and yeast growth, and falls under tariff item 2916.19.00 as an 'Other' unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivative.
Dust-Free Sorbic Acid Beads
Dust-free sorbic acid beads with anti-dusting agents for safe handling in food plants. The anti-dusting addition is permitted under Chapter 29 Note 1(g) for safety reasons, and the product remains a chemically defined unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, classifiable under tariff item 2916.19.00 as 'Other'.
Food-Grade Potassium Sorbate 25kg Bags
Food-grade potassium sorbate in 25kg bags, a pure potassium salt of sorbic acid used to prevent microbial spoilage in food products. It is a chemically defined unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid salt, classifiable under tariff item 2916.19.00 as 'Other'.
Granular Sorbic Acid (Cosmetic Grade)
Granulated sorbic acid meeting cosmetic industry purity standards, used as an antimicrobial preservative in personal care formulations. It is a chemically defined unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, classifiable under tariff item 2916.19.00 as 'Other'.
High-Purity Sorbic Acid (99.5%+)
High-purity sorbic acid exceeding 99.5% assay for premium food, pharma, and cosmetic preservation. It is a chemically defined unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, classifiable under tariff item 2916.19.00 as 'Other'.