Food-Grade Slaked Lime for Tortilla Production from Japan
USP-grade slaked lime (calcium hydroxide) for nixtamalization of corn in tortilla and masa production. Under HTS 2522.20.00.00 as mineral slaked lime safe for food contact, not Chapter 28 pharma chemicals. Releases bound nutrients during alkaline cooking.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include FDA GRAS status and purity certificates >98% Ca(OH)2
• Use food-safe packaging and provide lot traceability
• Test for heavy metals to meet food additive standards