Phytic Acid Derived Inositol from Japan
Inositol obtained from phytic acid hydrolysis, used in nutrition and as a chelating agent, classified under HTS 2906.13.10.00. This purified cyclic polyol meets Chapter 29 criteria despite biological origin processing.
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
• Include hydrolysis process validation to prove chemical purity beyond biological extracts
• Test for residual phosphorus content; high levels may trigger reclassification review
• Certify kosher/halal status if targeting specific supplement markets