Lysine Monohydrate from Japan
Lysine monohydrate is a hydrated form of L-lysine base, commonly used in nutritional supplements and feed premixes for its high bioavailability. It is included under HTS 2922.41.00 as a lysine derivative, with water of hydration permitted per chapter notes on solutions and stabilizers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for exact water content (8-12%) via Karl Fischer; label moisture clearly
• Use food-grade packaging to comply with FDA import alerts