Phytic Acid Derived Inositol from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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