Gluconolactone Powder FCC Grade from Mexico
Gluconolactone, the lactone ester of gluconic acid, qualifies under HTS 2918.16.50.90 as other gluconic acid esters per Chapter 29 ester classification precedence. Used as sequestrant in food and cosmetics.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
3.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• FCC certificate confirms food grade; GRAS status simplifies FDA clearance
• Lactone hydrolysis stability data may be requested for shelf life claims