Potassium Mandelate from Mexico
Potassium mandelate, the potassium salt of mandelic acid, qualifies under HTS 2918.19.1500 per chapter note 5(C)(1) as classified with the parent organic acid. It is used in specialty chemical applications and as a mandelic acid source.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include assay certificate proving >98% purity to qualify as chemically defined compound per chapter note (a)
• Label as 'not for direct human consumption' to prevent reclassification under chapter 30 pharma headings
• Monitor for anti-caking agents; excess additives trigger chapter note (f) limits and potential shift to mixtures