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Birch Xylitol Crystals from Japan

Xylitol crystals extracted from birch wood hemicellulose through acid hydrolysis and hydrogenation, specifically classified under HTS 2905.49.30.00. Premium natural source preferred for organic labeling in dental and bakery products.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide birch origin verification and GC-MS purity analysis; organic certification requires specific hydrolysis process docs; watch for anti-caking agents pushing to 3824