Malic Acid 50% Aqueous Solution from Japan
50% malic acid dissolved in water for safe transport and handling in food/pharma applications. Allowed under HTS 2918.19.60.00 per Chapter 29 note (d) as malic acid product dissolved in water, provided it's a normal transport method.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include concentration certificate confirming ≤50% solution qualifies under Chapter 29 note (d) water dissolution provision
• Use UN-approved packaging for corrosive liquid; declare as 'malic acid solution' not generic chemical mixture
• Avoid stabilizers that render solution suitable for specific use beyond transport/safety per note (e)