Gluconic Acid 50% Aqueous Solution from Mexico
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.
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
• 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