Gluconic Acid Ammonium Salt Solution from Mexico
Ammonium gluconate solution serves as mild acidulant and buffer, classified under HTS 2918.16.50.90 per Chapter 29 note (c)(1) for inorganic salts of organic acids. Used in fermentation processes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ammonia content declaration prevents misclassification as fertilizer
• Biodegradability certificate beneficial for wastewater treatment applications