DL-Lactic Acid Technical Grade from Japan
DL-Lactic acid is the racemic mixture of D- and L-enantiomers, a hydroxy carboxylic acid used in industrial processes like polymer production. Classified under HTS 2918.11.1000 as lactic acid, a separate chemically defined organic compound per chapter note (a), regardless of impurities if not altering its nature.
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
• Include spectroscopic data confirming racemic composition to distinguish from L-lactic acid
• Ensure technical grade meets food contact if intended, avoiding chapter exclusions
• Common pitfall: incorrect declaration as ester leading to 2918.11.5000