Food Grade Sorbitol Powder 70%
D-Glucitol (Sorbitol) in non-crystallizing 70% powder form for use as sugar substitute in candies and gums. Falls under HTS 2905.44.00.00 as pure acyclic polyhydric alcohol meeting food chemical codex standards.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If considered sugar alcohol derivative
Some sugar alcohols may compete with Chapter 17 sugars but pure sorbitol stays in Chapter 29.
If pre-mixed in food preparation
Food preparations containing sorbitol as ingredient fall under Chapter 21.
If sorbitol solution >50% for industrial use
Specific sorbitol solutions prepared for particular processes classified separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FCC certificate; label with proper food additive declarations; avoid moisture exposure to prevent clumping
Related Products under HTS 2905.44.00.00
Pharmaceutical Grade D-Glucitol USP
High-purity D-Glucitol (Sorbitol) meeting USP standards for use in pharmaceutical formulations like syrups and tablets. Classified under HTS 2905.44.00.00 as a separate chemically defined acyclic polyhydric alcohol. Its crystalline powder form is essential for drug manufacturing.
Cosmetic Grade Sorbitol Solution 70%
D-Glucitol (Sorbitol) 70% aqueous solution used as humectant in skincare creams and lotions. HTS 2905.44.00.00 covers this chemically defined polyhydric alcohol in standard transport concentration.
Industrial Sorbitol Crystalline USP/EP
Pharmaceutical twin-certified D-Glucitol crystals for industrial tablet compression and syrup production. Pure form qualifies under HTS 2905.44.00.00 as acyclic polyhydric alcohol without excluded additions.
Dental Grade Sorbitol Powder NF
National Formulary grade D-Glucitol for toothpaste formulations and dental tablets. Classified as pure sorbitol under HTS 2905.44.00.00 before mixture into final oral care products.
Bulk Sorbitol 99% Powder for Confectionery
99% purity D-Glucitol crystalline powder in 25kg bags for sugar-free candy production. Meets Chapter 29 criteria as separate chemically defined polyhydric alcohol under HTS 2905.44.00.00.
Sorbitol EP Powder with Stabilizer
European Pharmacopoeia D-Glucitol powder with minimal anticaking stabilizer permitted under chapter note (f). Remains classified under HTS 2905.44.00.00 as stabilizer doesn't change general use character.