Sodium Benzoate Technical Grade from Japan
Preservative-grade benzoic acid optimized for beverage industry with excellent solubility characteristics. Pure aromatic monocarboxylic acid under HTS 2916.31.11.05, specifically developed for carbonated soft drink preservation. Meets FCC and JECFA specifications with controlled crystal morphology.
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 maximum usage level compliance (0.1% in beverages per FDA regulations)
• Provide solubility data (dissolves completely at pH 2.5-4.0 for beverage applications)