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2918.16.10.00/Gluconic Acid pH Adjuster Concentrate/Japan

Gluconic Acid pH Adjuster Concentrate from Japan

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 — 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%
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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

Gluconic Acid pH Adjuster Concentrate from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2918.16.10.00