Sorbic Acid Flakes (Industrial Preservative) from Japan
Flaked sorbic acid for industrial applications including feed preservation and technical formulations, recognized as a pure unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. Classified specifically under HTS 2916.19.20.00 per HTS nomenclature for sorbic acid. High purity with anti-caking additives permitted under Chapter 29 note (f).
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
• Document stabilizer content under Chapter 29 note (f) limits; provide end-use statements distinguishing from food/pharma grades; ensure flake form doesn't trigger 'preparation' classification