Citric Acid Technical Grade from Japan
Technical grade citric acid (99% purity) for industrial uses like detergents and metal cleaning is classified under HTS 2918.14.00.00 as the chemically defined compound. Lower purity than food/pharma grades but still meets chapter note (a) for separate organic compounds with impurities.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare 'technical grade' with impurity profile; heavy metals/sulfates limits less stringent than USP
• Suitable for non-food contact; pair with REACH compliance docs for EU-origin material
• Avoid food claims on labeling to prevent FDA scrutiny and potential reclassification