L-Lysine Monohydrochloride USP
L-Lysine monohydrochloride is the hydrochloride salt of the essential amino acid L-lysine, meeting United States Pharmacopeia (USP) standards for purity and quality. It is a white crystalline powder used primarily as a nutritional supplement in food and pharmaceuticals. Classified under HTS 2922.41.0010 due to its status as a lysine salt compliant with pharmacopeia requirements.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-pharmacopeia grade for industrial use
Lysine salts not meeting Food Chemical Codex, Codex Alimentarius or USP standards fall under the residual subheading.
If when imported as formulated animal feed premix
If mixed with carriers for direct animal feed use, classified as preparations under Chapter 23 rather than pure chemical.
If when incorporated into finished pharmaceutical dosage forms
Tablets or capsules containing lysine as active ingredient are medicaments of Chapter 30, not bulk chemicals.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify USP certificate of analysis and batch testing records to confirm compliance with pharmacopeia standards during customs inspection
• Ensure labeling includes 'USP grade' and full chemical name; provide FDA prior notice for food/pharma imports
• Avoid common pitfalls like contamination risks—use food-grade packaging and maintain cold chain if required
Related Products under HTS 2922.41.00.10
Feed Grade L-Lysine HCL 98.5% Codex Alimentarius
High-purity L-lysine hydrochloride (98.5% min) meeting Codex Alimentarius standards for use in animal feed formulations. This essential amino acid salt corrects dietary deficiencies in livestock diets. Classified in HTS 2922.41.0010 for codex-compliant lysine salts.
L-Lysine Base USP (Free Form)
Pure L-lysine base (free amino acid) in USP grade, the active form before salt conversion, used in specialized formulations. Meets pharmacopeia identity, purity tests. Technically a 'salt thereof' under broad HTS 2922.41.0010 for USP lysine products.
L-Lysine HCL FCC Grade
L-Lysine hydrochloride in Food Chemical Codex (FCC) grade is a high-purity essential amino acid salt used in food fortification and animal nutrition. It meets strict FCC purity specifications for direct food additive use. Falls under HTS 2922.41.0010 as a lysine salt compliant with food safety codex standards.
L-Lysine Sulfate USP
L-Lysine sulfate is the sulfuric acid salt of L-lysine, certified to USP standards for use in dietary supplements and pharmaceuticals. This free-flowing powder provides high bioavailability of the essential amino acid. HTS 2922.41.0010 applies as it meets pharmacopeia requirements for lysine salts.
Pharmaceutical Grade Lysine Acetate USP
Lysine acetate USP is the acetic acid salt of L-lysine used in sterile injectables and oral pharmaceuticals, meeting strict USP-NF monographs. Provides stable, soluble form for medical applications. HTS 2922.41.0010 covers this pharmacopeia-grade lysine salt.
L-Lysine Monohydrate FCC
L-Lysine monohydrate in FCC grade contains one molecule of water per lysine, used in nutritional beverages and supplements. Meets Food Chemical Codex purity for direct food contact. Classified under HTS 2922.41.0010 as a compliant lysine salt.