Beta Lactose Anhydrous Powder from China
Pure beta lactose anhydrous crystalline powder containing over 99% lactose by dry weight, less hygroscopic for stable formulations. Used in chewable tablets and effervescent products. HTS 1702.11.00.00 for anhydrous lactose purity.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide anhydrous vs monohydrate ratio analysis for CBP verification
• Use food facility registration if dual pharma/food use
• Prevent moisture pickup during shipping to maintain dry matter specs