Ammonium Lactate from Mexico
Ammonium lactate, the ammonium salt of lactic acid (12% lotion base), falls under HTS 2918.11.51.00 as 'other' lactic acid salts. Primary ingredient in prescription moisturizers for xerosis and ichthyosis treatment.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Bulk chemical requires FDA Drug Master File (DMF); finished lotion classified under Chapter 30
• Provide stability data and pH specifications (active range 6.0-7.0) for quality verification