Food Grade Xylitol Powder from Japan
Pure xylitol powder derived from birch sugar or corn cobs via catalytic hydrogenation, falling under HTS 2905.49.30.00 for polyhydric alcohols from sugars. Used as a zero-calorie sweetener in chewing gum and confectionery with 1:1 sugar substitution ratio.
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
• Include FCC certificate and sugar origin documentation; test for >99% purity to avoid mixture classification; label with dental health claims carefully to prevent FDA issues