Quinic Acid from Mexico
Quinic acid from plant sources features multiple hydroxyl groups with carboxylic function, qualifying for 2918.19.90.00. Used in caffeine extraction and pharmaceuticals.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6096%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Natural extract documentation required for plant-derived products
• Specify extraction purity levels vs crude plant extracts
• Check for pesticide residue compliance in natural products