Calcium Propionate from Japan

Calcium propionate, the calcium salt of propionic acid, is widely used as an antimicrobial agent in bakery products. Classified under HTS 2915.50.50.00 as 'other' salts and esters of propionic acid. Meets chapter note requirements for inorganic salts of organic acids.

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%

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Import Tips

• Include certificate of analysis showing minimum 98% purity for food-grade calcium propionate

• Label shipments clearly as 'food additive' to facilitate FDA import alert screening