Gluconic Acid pH Adjuster Concentrate from Germany
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 — 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
• 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