Potassium Sorbate with Anti-Caking Agent from Japan
Potassium sorbate containing minimal silicon dioxide anti-caking agent as permitted by chapter note (f), classified under HTS 2916.19.10.00. The anti-caking addition is solely for transport/preservation without rendering it specific-use. Used in dry food mixes and seasonings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact anti-caking agent percentage (<2% typical) per chapter note (f)
• Provide flowability test data if questioned
• Pitfall: excessive stabilizer triggers 3824 reclassification