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Food-Grade Acetic Acid 99% from China

Purified acetic acid suitable for food processing like vinegar concentration, classified under HTS 2915.21.00.00 as a chemically defined compound not excluded by chapter notes on ethyl alcohol or food products. Purity ensures it's not vinegar.

Duty Rate — China → United States

39.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

• FDA prior notice required; Kosher/Halal certs aid compliance

• Pitfall: concentration >20% avoids vinegar duty but needs clear non-beverage declaration

Food-Grade Acetic Acid 99% from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2915.21.00.00