Commercial Ammonium Bicarbonate from Japan
Commercial ammonium bicarbonate is a leavening agent in baked goods, decomposing to ammonia, CO2, and water. Though related to heading description, 'other' variants without carbamate fall here under HTS 2836.99.50. Widely used in cookies and crackers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
3.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• FDA prior notice required for food additives; ensure GRAS status documentation
• Distinguish from pure ammonium carbonate containing carbamate
• Bulk food grade vs lab grade affects packaging classification