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Buffered Citric Acid Solution 10% from Japan

10% citric acid solution with minimal buffering stabilizer (note f) for precise pH control in labs and biotech, under HTS 2918.14.00.00. The addition is solely for preservation/transport without specific use adaptation. Used in cell culture media preparation.

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

• pH stability data (3.1-3.3 range) on COA; glass/HDPE bottles prevent leaching

• BioPharm GMP grade for cell culture; endotoxin <0.5 EU/mL spec

• Refrigerated shipping if >30 days shelf life claim

Buffered Citric Acid Solution 10% from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2918.14.00.00