Gluconic Acid 50% Solution from China
A 50% aqueous solution of gluconic acid, a chemically defined carboxylic acid with additional oxygen functions, described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. Classified in HTS 2918.99.4300 as it meets criteria for solutions necessary for transport/safety without altering general use. Used in cleaning, food, and pharmaceutical applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
31.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm solution concentration <50% may alter classification to pure acid heading 2918.16
• Include solvent safety data to justify Chapter 29 inclusion under note 1(e)
• Prevent duties escalation by proper stabilization declaration if additives present