Ammonium Carbonate Volumizing Agent from China
Industrial-grade ammonium carbonate used in confectionery and snack production to create airy textures in products like meringues. Classified under HTS 2836.99.30.00 due to its commercial form containing ammonium carbamate, as per Chapter 28 notes excluding pure compounds. It decomposes during baking without leaving residues.
Duty Rate — China → United States
36.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Label packages clearly as 'food-grade commercial ammonium carbonate' to distinguish from lab reagents
• Obtain FDA prior notice for food additives and ensure compliance with 21 CFR labeling for leavening agents
• Avoid bulk packaging without stabilizers, as humidity can cause premature decomposition and inspection delays