Organic Citric Acid Crystals from Japan
Crystalline citric acid produced via organic fermentation methods, certified USDA NOP, classified under HTS 2918.14.00.00 as the identical chemical compound regardless of production process. Used in premium organic beverages and foods requiring natural sourcing.
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
• Provide NOP certificate from accredited certifier; residual sugar <0.1% to confirm purity
• EU Organic equivalence if from approved origins; declare fermentation substrate
• Higher price point—protect against substitution fraud with DNA testing if disputed