Food-Grade Mannitol Crystals from Japan
Crystalline mannitol approved for food use as a sugar alcohol sweetener and bulking agent in chewing gum and low-calorie confections. Classified under HTS 2905.43.00.00 as a pure acyclic polyhydric alcohol without food-specific preparations. Ideal for bulk import by confectionery manufacturers.
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
• Obtain FDA prior notice for food imports; include GRAS affirmation documentation; watch for misdeclaration as sucrose which changes duties