Zinc Gluconate Lozenges Base (Bulk) from Mexico
Bulk zinc gluconate powder serves as active ingredient base for cold remedy lozenges, classified as HTS 2918.16.50 organic metal salt. Excludes finished dosage forms covered by Chapter 30.
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
• Confirm zinc content 12.5-14.5% and declare as bulk active, not finished product
• Provide batch certificates showing low cadmium/lead levels per supplement standards
• Note hygroscopic nature requiring moisture-proof packaging