Chemically Pure Lactose Powder

Pharmaceutical-grade lactose in solid crystalline form, used as a filler in tablet manufacturing. It falls under HTS 1702.90.90 as chemically pure lactose, a sugar in solid form not derived from cane or beet, distinct from raw sugars in 1701. Meets the 'other' category for sugars beyond basic cane/beet types.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.1%+35.0%40.1%
🇲🇽Mexico5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇨🇦Canada5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇩🇪Germany5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇯🇵Japan5.1%+10.0%15.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1702.11.00Lower: 23.9% vs 40.1%

If chemically pure lactose, not 'other'

Pure lactose has its own specific subheading 1702.11, separate from general 'other' sugars.

2940.00.60Lower: 30.8% vs 40.1%

If derived from pharmaceutical processes

Sugar alcohols or derivatives may shift to Chapter 29 for organic chemicals.

2106.90.39Lower: 10% vs 40.1%

If prepared as flavored food syrup

Addition of flavoring or coloring moves it to Chapter 21 food preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify chemical purity certificate to confirm classification outside quota-restricted cane/beet sugars

Include lab analysis showing solid form and fructose content under 50% if blended

Avoid misclassification as food additive under 2106 by proving industrial/pharma use