Tartaric Acid for Effervescent Tablets from Japan
Coarse granular tartaric acid optimized for effervescent tablet production with bicarbonate, classified as pure tartaric acid under HTS 2918.12.00.00. Particle size controlled for rapid CO2 release.
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
• Specify mesh size (20-60 typically) in specs; affects duty uniformity
• Flowability testing prevents tablet press issues post-import
• Vitamin C tablets common; ensure stability during transit