USP-Grade Monosodium Glutamate
USP-grade monosodium glutamate is a high-purity form of the monosodium salt of glutamic acid, used in research and as a reagent. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound, classified under this tariff item.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as a laboratory reagent
Diagnostic or laboratory reagents may be classified elsewhere.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide documentation proving USP grade and purity
• Ensure the product is not for human consumption if it is for lab use, to avoid food regulations
• Use the correct 8-digit code for customs clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 2922.42.00
Ajinomoto Monosodium Glutamate
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is the monosodium salt of glutamic acid, a non-essential amino acid. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound, classified under this tariff item as a salt of glutamic acid.
Ammonium Glutamate
Ammonium glutamate is the ammonium salt of glutamic acid, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is used in biochemical research and cell culture media, and falls under this tariff item as a salt of glutamic acid.
Bulk MSG for Industrial Food Processing
Bulk monosodium glutamate in 25kg bags for industrial food manufacturing is the same chemical compound as the salt of glutamic acid. It is classified here as a separate chemically defined organic compound, regardless of packaging size.
Calcium Diglutamate
Calcium diglutamate is a calcium salt of glutamic acid, used in supplements and fortified foods. As a salt of glutamic acid, it is classified under this tariff item, which covers glutamic acid and its salts.
Disodium Glutamate
Disodium glutamate is the disodium salt of glutamic acid, used in specialty foods and buffers. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound and falls under this tariff item as a salt of glutamic acid.
Food-Grade MSG Crystals
Food-grade MSG crystals are pure monosodium glutamate, the monosodium salt of glutamic acid. As a chemically defined organic compound, it falls under this tariff item for glutamic acid and its salts.