Food Grade Phosphoric Acid 85% from Japan
Phosphoric acid at 85% concentration, chemically defined as H3PO4, used primarily in food and beverage industries for acidification and as a flavoring agent in soft drinks like colas. It falls under HTS 2809.20.00 as a pure phosphoric acid compound meeting Chapter 28 Note 1 criteria for chemically defined inorganic acids. This high-purity grade ensures compliance with food safety standards.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain certificates of analysis confirming purity >75% H3PO4 to avoid reclassification as mixtures under Chapter 38
• Ensure food-grade compliance with FDA regulations; provide documentation on heavy metal content limits