Food-Grade Ammonium Bicarbonate Substitute from China

Commercial blend of ammonium carbonate used as a substitute for ammonium bicarbonate in gluten-free baking. Falls under HTS 2836.99.30.00 for its ammonium carbonate and carbamate composition, as specified in the subheading. Ideal for low-moisture doughs where rapid gas release is needed.

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

Ensure kosher/halal certifications if marketed for specialty foods to ease FDA clearance

Test for heavy metals per FDA food additive standards to prevent import refusals

Ship in nitrogen-flushed packaging to prevent oxidation and maintain efficacy