L-Lysine Acetate from Mexico
L-Lysine acetate is the acetic acid salt of L-lysine, used primarily in cell culture media and biopharmaceutical production as a stable, soluble amino acid source. Classified under 2922.41.00.90 as an 'other' ester/salt of lysine per Chapter 29 notes on organic salts. Its single carboxyl oxygen function defines it as a basic amino acid derivative.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide stability data and endotoxin specs (<1 EU/mg) for biotech import clearance
• Label with CAS 927-54-8 and confirm ≥99% purity to avoid reclassification