Chemically Pure Lactose NF Grade from China
National Formulary (NF) grade lactose in crystalline powder form, exceeding 99% anhydrous lactose by dry weight. Primarily used in nutraceutical tablets and as a carrier in dry mixes. HTS 1702.11.00.00 applies to chemically pure, high-concentration lactose solids.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Submit polarimeter readings and moisture analysis for dry matter lactose verification
• Use bulk packaging to qualify under exceptions in U.S. note 3 for processing
• Monitor FDA prior notice requirements for food-grade sugar imports