Food-Grade Tartaric Acid USP from Canada
Tartaric acid meeting USP standards for food and pharmaceutical use, classified under HTS 2918.12.00.00 as the pure chemically defined compound with alcohol function. Widely used as an acidulant in beverages, candies, and effervescent tablets.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain USP/EP certificate; FDA requires GRAS affirmation for food contact
• Label with CAS 87-69-4 and purity >99.7%; mislabeling risks seizure
• For baking powders, ensure not pre-mixed with bicarbonate (shifts to 2836)