Food-Grade MSG Crystals from China
Pure monosodium glutamate crystals designed for culinary applications, enhancing umami flavor in soups, snacks, and seasonings. Classified under HTS 2922.42.10.00 as the specific monosodium salt of L-glutamic acid, fitting Chapter 29's provisions for separate chemically defined organic compounds and their salts.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'Monosodium Glutamate' with lot numbers and expiration dates; obtain prior FDA notification for food additives
• Avoid pitfall of bulk packaging without child-resistant features if destined for retail