Gluconic Acid 50% Aqueous Solution
Gluconic acid solution at 50% concentration is the pure acid form with alcohol functions, permitted under Chapter 29 note (d) for water-dissolved products. Classified in HTS 2918.16.50 as 'other' gluconic acid, its structure features five hydroxyl groups on the carbohydrate-derived chain.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If concentration exceeds typical commercial strengths or presented as purified isolate
Other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but not specifically enumerated like gluconic acid.
If when containing added stabilizers, preservatives, or formulation agents
Chemical preparations for industrial use when no longer qualifying as pure acid solution.
If perfumed and marketed for oral hygiene products
Mixtures for oral hygiene containing gluconic acid derivatives classified by end use.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify exact concentration and pH to confirm it qualifies as note (d) water solution without rendering for specific use
• Provide microbial testing results due to aqueous nature prone to contamination during ocean transport
• Use HDPE/compatible containers certified for acidic solutions to prevent leaching
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