L(+)-Tartaric Acid from Japan
L(+)-Tartaric acid is the naturally occurring enantiomer of tartaric acid, a dicarboxylic acid with two hydroxyl groups, classified under HTS 2918.12.00.00 as tartaric acid with alcohol function but without other oxygen function. It is commonly used in winemaking for acidification and in food as a souring agent.
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
• Verify optical purity via polarimetry or HPLC; impurities exceeding 1% may require different classification
• Provide Certificate of Analysis confirming it's pure tartaric acid, not a salt or ester (classified elsewhere)
• Ensure food-grade products have FDA prior notice if for consumption; avoid misdeclaration as citric acid