Tartaric Acid Stabilized for Transport from Japan
Tartaric acid with added stabilizer per note 1(f) for safe bulk transport, still classified under HTS 2918.12.00.00 as the pure compound. Prevents decomposition during long sea voyages.
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
• Stabilizer <0.1% and listed in COA; exceeds limit risks chapter 38
• Flexibags in 20' containers standard for bulk
• Temperature control <40°C prevents tartrate precipitation