Food Processing Sodium Tripolyphosphate Granules from Japan
Granular STPP for food processing acts as a protein solubilizer in shrimp and fish to prevent drip loss. It is sodium triphosphate in granular form under HTS 2835.31.00.00. Chemically defined per Chapter 28/29 notes.
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
• Label with maximum usage levels per FDA (0.5% in seafood) and provide migration studies
• Use ISF for advance filing due to food safety sensitivities