Pharma-Grade Potassium Sorbate USP from Mexico
USP-grade potassium sorbate meeting United States Pharmacopeia standards for pharmaceutical applications, classified under HTS 2916.19.10.00. As a chemically defined salt of sorbic acid, it serves as an antimicrobial preservative in liquid medications and syrups. Chapter notes confirm classification for pure compounds with stabilizers for safety/transport.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• File Drug Master File (DMF) with FDA and provide USP certificate of analysis
• Ensure compliance with 21 CFR 184.1854 for GRAS status in drugs
• Pitfall: incorrect pharma vs food grade declaration affects bonding requirements