Bio-Based Lactic Acid 98% from Mexico

98% Bio-based Lactic acid derived from corn fermentation, a pure chemically defined alpha-hydroxy acid. Classified in HTS 2918.11.1000 under chapter note (a), origin irrelevant to organic compound classification.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

15.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Certify bio-content if claiming sustainability but not required for HTS

Ensure fermentation residuals are impurities only

Avoid 'natural' claims triggering chapter 32 exclusions

Bio-Based Lactic Acid 98% from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2918.11.10.00