Sorbitol Solution 70% (Non-Crystallizing) from Japan
Sorbitol solution 70%, polyhydric acyclic alcohol (glucitol) in water per chapter note 3(d). Used in pharma and food. HTS 2905.49.50.01 applies to aqueous solutions.
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
• Specify exact Brix/refractive index for concentration verification
• Food grade requires heavy metals/microbiological certificates
• Distinguish from crystalline sorbitol (different physical handling)