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Monocalcium Phosphate Monohydrate (MCP) from Japan

Monocalcium phosphate monohydrate is an acidic calcium phosphate used in baking powders and animal nutrition, classified in HTS 2835.26.00.00 as other phosphates of calcium. It acts as a leavening agent releasing CO2 in dough.

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

• Provide acid value specs in CoA to distinguish from neutral phosphates; critical for baking grade

• FDA prior notice required for food contact; avoid dust explosion risks in packaging