Gluconic Acid pH Adjuster Concentrate from Canada
85% gluconic acid concentrate used as pH buffer in cosmetics and personal care formulations. Pure acid form qualifies for HTS 2918.16.10.00 classification.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Cosmetic grade requires heavy metals and microbial testing certificates
• Confirm no added preservatives that would create mixture classification
• INCI declaration as 'Gluconic Acid' supports pure compound status