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Chemically Pure Lactose Powder from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

15.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

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

Chemically Pure Lactose Powder from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1702.90.90.00