Ammonium Formate from Mexico
Ammonium formate (HCOONH₄) is used as a reducing agent in pharmaceutical synthesis and a food additive for baked goods. This salt of formic acid fits HTS 2915.12.00.00 as a chemically defined compound. It is imported in crystalline form for laboratory and industrial applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• For USP/Pharma grade, include COA with impurity limits to confirm Chapter 29 purity standards
• Food-grade requires FDA registration; declare intended use to avoid quarantine