Food Grade Sodium Citrate Crystals from Germany
Crystalline food grade sodium citrate provides excellent solubility for beverage applications, classified under HTS 2918.15.1000 as the pure sodium salt. Used in soft drinks, powdered mixes, and dairy processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• GRAS affirmation required; reference 21 CFR 184.1193 for regulatory status
• Crystal size affects dissolution rate; document for food tech specifications
• Kosher/Halal certification increasingly required for food import markets