Dulcitol (Galactitol) Powder from Japan
Dulcitol, derived via reduction of galactose sugar, is a rare hexitol polyhydric alcohol used in biochemical research and as a galactosemia diagnostic agent. Falls under HTS 2905.44.00 for its acyclic polyhydric structure from sugars. Fine white powder form.
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
• Supply GC-MS analysis confirming dulcitol >98% purity and galactose origin
• Declare research/analytical use to differentiate from food/pharma grades