Erythritol Crystals USP from Japan
Erythritol, a tetritol polyhydric alcohol from glucose fermentation/reduction, offers zero-calorie sweetness for low-carb products. HTS 2905.44.00 classification reflects its sugar-derived acyclic four-OH structure. USP crystals ensure pharma/food compatibility.
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
• Document fermentation/hydrogenation process per GRAS notification
• Certify erythritol content excluding fermentation byproducts
• Bulk crystals avoid Chapter 21; watch for anti-caking agents triggering mixtures